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Stay informed on the Swiss technology landscape. This is your central resource for Deep Tech News, combining key developments from across the ecosystem with original, data-driven analysis from the Deep Tech Nation Foundation. We track and report on significant technological milestones, funding rounds, and research to provide a comprehensive overview for international investors, partners, and researchers.

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  • GetYourGuide becomes profitable with almost a €1 billion in revenues

    GetYourGuide, the German and Swiss-based online travel experiences platform dedicated to transforming how people travel and book experiences, has become profitable for the first time,…

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    • GetYourGuide achieved profitability with positive adjusted EBITDA and nears €1 billion in revenue, recovering fully from pandemic impacts.
    • The platform offers 110,000+ activities across 12,000 cities from 35,000 creators, with 10 million summer 2025 bookings showing 30% growth.
    • GetYourGuide invested heavily in AI tools, expanded shows and events inventory, and launched exclusive experiences to strengthen market position.
    startupticker.ch: GetYourGuide becomes profitable with almost a €1 billion in revenues

  • Breakthrough US Launch and Validation for Aspivix

    In a milestone US launch, Aspivix has officially made available its novel carevix device to physicians in Southern California and New York. Furthermore, a key…

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    • Aspivix's carevix reduces IUD insertion pain by over 70% and bleeding by over 80% versus traditional tenaculums.
    • Carevix is available in Southern California and New York, with nationwide rollout planned after FDA clearance.
    • Clinical data from 1,250+ patients across nine countries supports carevix for IUD placement and other gynecological procedures.
    startupticker.ch: Breakthrough US Launch and Validation for Aspivix

  • General Intuition raises USD 134 million

    General Intuition, a start-up with teams in Geneva and New York, closed a USD 133.7 million funding round. The spin-off from Dutch company Medal uses…

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    • General Intuition raised $133.7M to build AI models using video data for spatial and temporal reasoning beyond text.
    • The startup uses Medal's billions of gameplay clips to train AI agents for deep reasoning and new gaming experiences.
    • Founded by Micheli and Alonso in Geneva, led by de Witte in NY, it aims to enhance games and enable new experiences.
    startupticker.ch: General Intuition raises USD 134 million

  • EssilorLuxottica acquires RetinAI

    EssilorLuxottica announces the acquisition of Ikerian AG, the Swiss health technology company founded in 2017 and operating under the RetinAI brand, specializing in AI and…

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    • EssilorLuxottica acquired RetinAI, a Swiss AI health tech company, to advance its med-tech strategy with machine learning for eye disease diagnosis.
    • RetinAI's FDA-cleared platform analyzes retinal images for AMD, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy in clinical workflows and pharma research.
    • The acquisition lets RetinAI scale globally while maintaining its Swiss operations and mission under EssilorLuxottica's innovation ecosystem.
    startupticker.ch: EssilorLuxottica acquires RetinAI

  • N-Dream investor KPIT becomes majority shareholder

    KPIT Technologies Limited has increased its stake in Swiss startup N-Dream to 88.9%. With this EUR 16.35 million acquisition deal, KPIT aims to enhance automotive…

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    • KPIT Technologies increased stake in Swiss gaming startup N-Dream to 88.9% for EUR 16.35M, integrating AirConsole into automotive entertainment.
    • N-Dream's AirConsole platform offers in-car gaming with 180+ titles and 16M players, integrated by BMW, Audi, VW, and Porsche.
    • KPIT will provide software integration and validation services while developing monetizable data products for automakers with N-Dream.
    startupticker.ch: N-Dream investor KPIT becomes majority shareholder

  • N-Dream investor KPIT becomes majority shareholder

    KPIT Technologies Limited has increased its stake in Swiss startup N-Dream to 88.9%. With this EUR 16.35 million acquisition deal, KPIT aims to enhance automotive…

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    • KPIT Technologies acquired 88.9% of Swiss gaming startup N-Dream for EUR 16.35M to integrate cloud gaming into automotive entertainment.
    • N-Dream's AirConsole platform offers in-car gaming with 180+ titles and 16M players, integrated by BMW, Audi, VW, and Porsche.
    • The acquisition expands KPIT's software-defined vehicle capabilities by combining N-Dream's gaming expertise with automotive software services.
    startupticker.ch: N-Dream investor KPIT becomes majority shareholder

  • Ecorobotix secures USD 150 million to accelerate growth

    Ecorobotix is the global leader in AI-powered Ultra-High Precision (UHP) spraying. Building on rapid growth, proven field results, and a strong financial foundation with $150…

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    • Ecorobotix's AI reduces pesticide use by up to 95% through ultra-precise plant-by-plant spraying with minimal footprint.
    • The company raised $150M in Series C and D funding to expand into new crops and develop advanced crop protection algorithms.
    • Ecorobotix's ARA sprayer operates in 20+ countries, helping farmers cut costs, address labor shortages, and improve yields.
    startupticker.ch: Ecorobotix secures USD 150 million to accelerate growth

  • Energy Vault raises USD 300 m to build and operate energy storage assets

    Energy Vault Holdings, a leader in grid-scale energy storage solutions, closed a $300 million preferred equity investment with North American infrastructure investment firm OIC L.P.,…

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    • Energy Vault closed a $300M preferred equity investment with OIC L.P. to launch Asset Vault, a subsidiary for utility-scale energy storage.
    • Asset Vault expects to deploy over 1.5GW of storage capacity and generate $100M+ annual EBITDA within 3-4 years.
    • The preferred equity structure is non-dilutive to common shareholders and includes milestones for equity participation.
    startupticker.ch: Energy Vault raises USD 300 m to build and operate energy storage assets

  • NeuroX, successor to MindMaze, joins Relief Therapeutics to form SIX-listed company

    SIX-listed biotech company Relief Therapeutics and NeuroX Group SA, have entered into a definitive agreement to combine their businesses. The combined company will be renamed…

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    • Relief Therapeutics and NeuroX Group are merging to create MindMaze Therapeutics, deploying NeuroX's digital platform in 250+ clinics globally.
    • NeuroX holds a unique U.S. Category III reimbursement code enabling recurring revenue, backed by over $350 million in R&D investment.
    • The merger values NeuroX at 10-to-1 versus Relief on a fully diluted basis, with GEM committing CHF 200 million in new equity financing.
    startupticker.ch: NeuroX, successor to MindMaze, joins Relief Therapeutics to form SIX-listed company

  • New investment to scale Akselos’ simulation technology

    Akselos, the global leader in Structural Performance Management, has obtained a follow-on investment from GRO Capital, a leading software-focused private equity firm. The funding will…

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    • Akselos secured follow-on funding from GRO Capital to scale its structural health monitoring platform for critical infrastructure.
    • The company combines physics-based simulation and AI to deliver real-time structural insights that reduce risk and extend asset life.
    • Akselos leads in applying AI for structural integrity in offshore wind, oil and gas, and large-scale infrastructure globally.
    startupticker.ch: New investment to scale Akselos’ simulation technology

  • Teylor secures €150 million to accelerate its pan-European expansion

    Teylor, one of Europe’s leading technology-driven SME financing platforms, has secured €150 million in new financing from Fasanara Capital, a leading fintech-focused structured credit asset…

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    • Teylor secured €150 million in financing from Fasanara Capital to scale its factoring business across seven European countries.
    • The funding creates a pan-European financing vehicle supporting multiple countries and currencies for cross-border operations.
    • Teylor expanded through acquisitions of creditshelf, CapeTec, and grenke AG's factoring arm to strengthen SME lending.
    startupticker.ch: Teylor secures €150 million to accelerate its pan-European expansion

  • Axon Technologies acquired by Aquavit Pharmaceuticals

    Axon Technologies AG, formerly known as Genève Technologies, has been acquired by Aquavit Pharmaceuticals AG, marking a strategic leap forward in artificial intelligence and advanced…

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    • Axon Technologies AG was acquired by Aquavit Pharmaceuticals AG, combining AI and pharmaceutical capabilities.
    • The merged company will integrate AI in drug discovery, clinical trials, treatment optimization, and commercialization.
    • The acquisition closed September 23, 2025, with Sobin Chang as Chairman and CEO of the surviving Aquavit entity.
    startupticker.ch: Axon Technologies acquired by Aquavit Pharmaceuticals