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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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  • Vi Partners leads Kadoa’s funding round

    Kadoa, a company building AI agents for unstructured data, has completed a funding round led by Vi Partners, with participation from Fyrfly Venture Partners. The…

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    • Zurich-based Kadoa completed a funding round led by Vi Partners to expand its team and serve hedge funds, private equity firms, and asset managers.
    • Kadoa's AI agents reduce engineering costs and accelerate investment decision-making for financial services firms where data accuracy is critical.
    startupticker.ch: Vi Partners leads Kadoa’s funding round

  • DeFi Technologies increases its stake in Neuronomics

    Following the acquisition of a minority stake in Neuronomics in December last year, DeFi Technologies has increased its stake ownership to 52.5%, acquiring the Swiss…

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    • DeFi Technologies increased its Neuronomics stake to 52.5%, acquiring the Swiss AI-driven asset management firm.
    • Neuronomics' AI strategies achieved Sharpe Ratios exceeding 1 and positive returns during market downturns.
    • The acquisition integrates Neuronomics' AI expertise in identifying market inefficiencies into DeFi's trading desk.
    startupticker.ch: DeFi Technologies increases its stake in Neuronomics

  • Energy Vault secures 14-year agreement in Australia

    The Stoney Creek Battery Energy Storage System, part of the Enervest-Energy Vault Consortium, has secured a 14-year Long-Term Energy Service Agreement. The 1 GWh AUD…

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    • Energy Vault secured a 14-year contract for a 1 GWh battery storage system in NSW, valued at AUD $350 million.
    • Stoney Creek BESS is among Australia's largest 8-hour energy storage systems, supporting grid reliability and renewables.
    • The project demonstrates Energy Vault's 'Build, Own & Operate' model with ~2.6 GWh in development across Australia.
    startupticker.ch: Energy Vault secures 14-year agreement in Australia

  • Another year, another record by female-led startups

    In 37 funding rounds, female leaders raised CHF 219.11 million in 2024 – breaking another record two years in a row. Especially considering the general…

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    • Female founders raised CHF 219.11 million across 37 funding rounds in 2024, breaking records despite declining venture capital.
    • Five double-digit rounds by female leaders in 2024 were dominated by biotech, with iOnctura leading at CHF 76.5 million.
    • Women complete 18.4% of biotech funding rounds but only 5-6.8% in ICT, fintech, and micro/nano sectors.
    startupticker.ch: Another year, another record by female-led startups

  • Femtech startup Beech Biotech obtains €500K to advance preeclampsia treatment

    As part of the BioInnovation Institute (BII)  latest Venture Lab program, Lausanne-based Beech Biotech has been awarded €500'000 to further develop a placenta-impermeable antibody to…

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    • Beech Biotech received €500,000 to develop a placenta-impermeable antibody for treating preeclampsia, affecting 70,000 women and 500,000 babies yearly.
    • The novel antibody targets preeclampsia's root causes while remaining unable to cross the placental barrier, ensuring fetal safety.
    • Beech Biotech plans Series A fundraising this year, leveraging BII's investor and industry partner network to accelerate clinical development.
    startupticker.ch: Femtech startup Beech Biotech obtains €500K to advance preeclampsia treatment

  • Industrial Alliance to disrupt boatbuilding with circular model

    In a milestone move, Composite Recycling is joining forces with industry leaders Groupe Beneteau, Veolia, Arkema, Owens Corning and Chomarat to revolutionize boat manufacturing with…

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    • Composite Recycling and industry leaders launched a circular boat manufacturing model in Western France recycling composite waste into new materials.
    • The collaboration shows composite recycling technology applies across automotive, aerospace, wind energy, and construction industries.
    • Arkema's Elium® resin enables recyclability, creating a closed-loop system where recycled materials return to new boat manufacturing.
    startupticker.ch: Industrial Alliance to disrupt boatbuilding with circular model

  • US-based company acquires ID Quantique

    IonQ, a leader in quantum computing and networking, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in ID Quantique, a global leader in…

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    • IonQ acquired a majority stake in ID Quantique to combine quantum computing with quantum-safe networking capabilities.
    • The merged company will use photonic interconnects and secure communication tech to build quantum clusters and networks.
    • The acquisition closes Q2 2025 and will accelerate quantum-safe network development globally, especially in the USA.
    startupticker.ch: US-based company acquires ID Quantique

  • Italian Healthcare Holding Acquires Majority Stake in GetSet Surgical

    Milan-based Demetra Holding acquires a 51% stake in GetSet Surgical, a leader in sterile packaged single-use spine surgical kits founded in 2016. The strategic acquisition…

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    • Demetra Holding acquired 51% stake in GetSet Surgical to expand infection management and orthopedic spine surgical kit solutions.
    • GetSet's FDA-approved GoPLF system launches in US via OsteoRemedies' Spine Division; GoLIF clearance expected later this year.
    • Demetra will distribute GetSet's CE-marked spine systems across European and international markets using its global infrastructure.
    startupticker.ch: Italian Healthcare Holding Acquires Majority Stake in GetSet Surgical

  • Unique Secures USD $30 Million to Pioneer Agentic AI Workforce in Financial Services

    Unique closed its Series A funding round, raising USD $ 30 million. The Zurich-based startup is at the forefront of responsible agentic AI innovation for Asset…

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    • Unique, a Zurich-based agentic AI startup for financial services, raised $30M Series A led by CommerzVentures and DN Capital.
    • Pictet Group reports 2-hour weekly efficiency gains per employee using Unique's platform across 6,000 staff members.
    • Unique appointed Dana Ritter as Chief Product Officer, bringing Google DeepMind and Gemini expertise to lead product strategy.
    startupticker.ch: Unique Secures USD $30 Million to Pioneer Agentic AI Workforce in Financial Services

  • A trio merger: Calenso joins US-based companies to make scheduling seamless

    With a customer base comprising over 10’000 customers, Calenso has grown into a leading scheduling platform in the DACH region. The company is merging with…

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    • The combined platform unifies appointment scheduling, video consultations, queue management, and event marketing for enterprise customer interactions.
    startupticker.ch: A trio merger: Calenso joins US-based companies to make scheduling seamless

  • Sparta Secures $42M to Transform Commodity Trading

    Sparta, a market-leading provider of real-time intelligence for commodity traders based in Geneva, has secured $42 million in Series B funding. This investment fuels Sparta’s…

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    • Sparta raised $42M in Series B funding to expand its AI-powered commodity trading platform beyond oil and gas.
    • The platform enables real-time trader collaboration with AI analytics for predictive insights and better forecasting.
    • Founded by ex-traders, Sparta transforms commodity trading from spreadsheet workflows into an integrated operating system.
    startupticker.ch: Sparta Secures $42M to Transform Commodity Trading

  • New acquisition brings Pexapark into the US

    Pexapark, a provider of price data, market intelligence and advisory services for renewable energy, today announced the acquisition of RenewaFi, the leading platform for renewable…

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    • Pexapark acquired RenewaFi to enter the US renewable energy market, gaining access to over 200 energy companies in ERCOT, Texas.
    • The combined company will provide PPA and battery storage pricing data and market intelligence across European and US power grids.
    • Pexapark plans to expand beyond ERCOT with a PJM launch soon, leveraging RenewaFi's established marketplace and price tracking.
    startupticker.ch: New acquisition brings Pexapark into the US