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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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  • L.E.S.S. raises $22 million Series C Financing

    L.E.S.S. SA, which develops ultra-thin nano active fiber lighting solutions for industrial vision, automotive applications and medical illumination, has successfully closed a USD 22 million…

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    • L.E.S.S. SA closed USD 22M Series C funding to scale nano-active fiber lighting across industrial, automotive, and medical sectors.
    • LuxiBright technology outperforms traditional LEDs in precision, efficiency, and flexibility.
    • Oversubscribed financing round shows investor confidence in L.E.S.S. SA's strategy and progress toward sustainable growth.
    startupticker.ch: L.E.S.S. raises $22 million Series C Financing

  • Four Swiss start-ups secure a spot in EIC Accelerator

    Since the beginning of 2025, Swiss start-ups have been able to apply for funding under the EIC Accelerator Programme again after a four-year hiatus. Neutrality,…

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    • Swiss start-ups can again apply for EIC Accelerator funding after a four-year break, with four companies selected initially.
    • EIC Accelerator provides up to €2.5M in grants plus €0.5-€10M in equity for deep-tech companies with transformative potential.
    • Four selected Swiss start-ups focus on cybersecurity, AI inventory drones, pregnancy care tech, and plastic-to-monomer recycling.
    startupticker.ch: Four Swiss start-ups secure a spot in EIC Accelerator

  • Swiss Rockets acquires Complete Genomics

    Basel-based biotech group Swiss Rockets has acquired U.S. life sciences company Complete Genomics. The acquisition will strengthen Swiss Rockets’ portfolio, adding sequencing capabilities to support…

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    • Swiss Rockets acquired Complete Genomics to add DNA sequencing for targeted cancer therapies and vaccine development.
    • Complete Genomics remains US-based under existing management while expanding its sequencing technology and supply chain.
    • The acquisition includes exclusive licensing agreements pending approvals from Chinese shareholders and US regulators.
    startupticker.ch: Swiss Rockets acquires Complete Genomics

  • Hamilton Medical acquires STIMIT AG

    Hamilton Medical has successfully completed the acquisition of STIMIT AG, based in Biel. The integration of STIMIT AG into the Hamilton Group will take place…

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    • Hamilton Medical acquired STIMIT AG, a Swiss firm developing non-invasive diaphragm stimulation for ventilated patients.
    • STIMIT's Activator 1 device obtained Class II market approval in Canada, marking its first commercial launch.
    • The acquisition strengthens Hamilton Medical's ventilation portfolio while STIMIT gains global distribution access.
    startupticker.ch: Hamilton Medical acquires STIMIT AG

  • Metafuels raises $24M to bring synthetic aviation fuel to market at scale

    Metafuels' process converts renewable methanol into jet fuel with a significantly higher yield, making it more efficient and cost-effective. The new capital will drive the realization of Metafuels’…

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    • Metafuels converts renewable methanol to jet fuel with up to 90% lower lifecycle emissions than fossil kerosene, compatible with existing aircraft.
    • Metafuels' Turbe facility in Rotterdam targets ASTM certification for methanol-to-jet fuel by early 2026 for large-scale production.
    • New funding from UVC Partners supports Metafuels' scaling of sustainable aviation fuel production as regulatory mandates accelerate.
    startupticker.ch: Metafuels raises $24M to bring synthetic aviation fuel to market at scale

  • Rapidata raised USD 8.5 million to eliminate the feedback bottleneck in AI development

    Using crowd intelligence and a global network of human participants, Rapidata dramatically reduces the time and cost required to label, validate, and refine datasets used…

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    • Rapidata raised $8.5M to speed up AI model training by crowdsourcing human feedback through its platform, completing cycles in days instead of months.
    • The company distributes micro-tasks via consumer apps to millions of users daily, matching questions with relevant respondents using expertise profiles.
    • Human feedback has become a critical bottleneck in AI development as model advancement outpaces quality training data collection at scale.
    startupticker.ch: Rapidata raised USD 8.5 million to eliminate the feedback bottleneck in AI development

  • ENGIE secures stake in ExerGo

    ENGIE, through its ENGIE New Ventures investment fund for startups that accelerate the energy transition, announces a strategic investment, alongside the Eren group, in ExerGo,…

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    • ENGIE invested in ExerGo, a Swiss startup using CO2 instead of water in district heating, enabling smaller pipes and reduced urban disruption.
    • ExerGo's CO2 technology optimizes waste heat recovery while lowering investment and operating costs for urban heating projects.
    • The partnership deploys decarbonized heating and cooling solutions in dense urban areas where conventional infrastructure is difficult.
    startupticker.ch: ENGIE secures stake in ExerGo

  • Japanese chemical group chooses Zurich as hub for Physical AI investments

    DIC Corporation, a globally leading fine chemicals company, is launching a USD 62 million investment platform to back startups developing Physical AI technologies. DIC plans…

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    • DIC Corporation launches $62M Physical AI investment platform with Emerald Technology Ventures to back startups across Europe and North America.
    • DIC will establish a startup investment subsidiary in Zurich in spring 2026, tapping the city's AI, robotics, and materials ecosystem.
    • Physical AI systems enable robots and algorithms to sense, interpret, and respond to human movement and environmental conditions.
    startupticker.ch: Japanese chemical group chooses Zurich as hub for Physical AI investments

  • Auterion and Airlogix launch Joint Venture to scale autonomous drone production

    Auterion, the global leader in autonomous drone operating systems, and Airlogix, a Ukrainian defense technology company, announced during the Munich Security Conference the formation of…

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    • The joint venture secured commitments for thousands of autonomous strike systems from Ukraine and Germany, with initial deliveries planned for 2026.
    • German production ensures supply chain resilience while integrating battle-tested Ukrainian UAV platforms with advanced autonomous navigation software.
    startupticker.ch: Auterion and Airlogix launch Joint Venture to scale autonomous drone production

  • Leading Southern European marketplace to deploy Albatross AI discovery across its platform

    Wallapop, the leading Spanish C2C platform connecting 21 million monthly users, who collectively create more than 100 million listings annually, entered into a strategic partnership…

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    • Wallapop partnered with Albatross AI for real-time adaptive discovery that understands evolving user intent, moving beyond history-based recommendations.
    • A four-week A/B test showed Albatross increased engagement by 118.9%, interactions by 104.8%, and purchase intent by 46.9%.
    • Wallapop is among the first C2C marketplaces using in-session perception models to surface complementary items across categories.
    startupticker.ch: Leading Southern European marketplace to deploy Albatross AI discovery across its platform

  • Infotel acquires stake in Swiss aviation company AeroEx

    Infotel, a French IT service company, has acquired a 20% stake in Swiss aviation compliance company AeroEx and plans to take control of the company…

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    • Infotel acquired 20% of Swiss aviation compliance software firm AeroEx, with plans for full control within three years.
    • AeroEx serves 580+ customers across 51 countries using its AMAS.aero platform for aviation compliance and safety.
    • The acquisition boosts Infotel's recurring software revenue strategy by integrating compliance, safety, and digital solutions.
    startupticker.ch: Infotel acquires stake in Swiss aviation company AeroEx

  • InVirtuoLabs to lead €2.3M Eurostars grant project NEUROSPARK

    InVirtuoLabs and partners from Italy, Spain, and Greece have been awarded a €2.3 million Eurostars grant. The research effort aims to identify and experimentally validate…

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    • InVirtuoLabs won a €2.3M Eurostars grant to identify 3-5 drug candidates for Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3 using AI Virtual Cell Models.
    • The 36-month NEUROSPARK project combines data generation, software development, and AI analysis across Italian, Spanish, and Greek partners.
    • InVirtuoLabs partners with Nvidia, Google, AWS, and Microsoft while expanding pharma co-development and academic collaborations.
    startupticker.ch: InVirtuoLabs to lead €2.3M Eurostars grant project NEUROSPARK