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Swiss Deep Tech News & Analysis

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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  • 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
  • International multi-million grants to tackle health and water challenges

    Three Swiss startups have been awarded funding up to €10 million as part of international and European projects aiming to develop a functional test to…

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    • CELLnTEC joined €10M EU-funded NEOLIVER consortium to develop the first autologous bioprinted liver for clinical use from patient-derived organoids.
    • bNovate Technologies secured €4M EU funding for ToDrinQ project to strengthen drinking water systems across Europe using innovative microbiology testing.
    startupticker.ch: International multi-million grants to tackle health and water challenges
  • Startups unlock global success through accelerator programs

    Joining an accelerator program offers several benefits, including access to industry players and experts, as well as training designed to help companies advance their solutions.…

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    • Swiss startups gain recognition in accelerator programs across healthcare, cleantech, and pet care sectors.
    • Aseptuva's Far-UVC technology for preventing hospital infections will be showcased at the AMR Conference in Basel.
    • CE Transition Incubator selected 22 projects to develop circular economy solutions in built environment, food, and textiles.
    startupticker.ch: Startups unlock global success through accelerator programs
  • €2.85 million to accelerate AI in drug discovery

    Lugano-based InVirtuoLabs aims to halve development time and costs in pharmaceutical research using artificial intelligence and advanced molecular simulations. The startup has now closed its…

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    • InVirtuoLabs raised €2.85M to expand its AI drug discovery platform aimed at halving development time and costs.
    • Its Virtual Lab platform generates and tests billions of molecules to identify drug candidates more effectively than traditional methods.
    • The team combines 50+ years of pharma experience from Pfizer and Novo Nordisk with ML expertise for rare disease treatments.
    startupticker.ch: €2.85 million to accelerate AI in drug discovery
  • Swiss startups continue to shape the global tech landscape

    Businesses and governments alike require robust technology solutions, which Swiss startups have consistently delivered. Across the globe, new partnerships are emerging to integrate a diverse…

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    • Swiss startups expand globally via partnerships in virtual ads, encrypted communications, biometrics, energy management, and carbon capture.
    • TECH5 became Peru's biometric provider, implementing facial recognition for digital identity across government services.
    • Climeworks signed a multi-year carbon removal partnership with TikTok to eliminate over 5,100 tons of CO₂ by 2030.
    startupticker.ch: Swiss startups continue to shape the global tech landscape
  • Swiss startups shine worldwide

    Multiple Swiss startups across industries such as photonics, energy, and agritech have impressed global juries, securing prestigious prizes and gaining access to international platforms to…

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    • Swiss startups in photonics, energy, and agritech are winning international competitions and gaining investor pitch platforms.
    • Voltiris won a competition to enter Latin American horticulture markets with a greenhouse solar energy system.
    • Four Swiss startups made the SET100 list for energy solutions; Cowa Thermal Solutions ranks in top three globally.
    startupticker.ch: Swiss startups shine worldwide
  • German tech investor acquires Swiss digital signage pioneer

    Maguar, the German tech investor specializing in B2B software investments in the DACH region, closed a majority investment in Navori Labs, a globally recognized innovator…

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    • Maguar, a German B2B software investor, acquired a majority stake in Navori Labs, a digital signage software company based in Lausanne.
    • Navori Labs operates in 150+ countries across retail, restaurants, corporate communication, and transportation with strong growth history.
    • The investment will fund Navori's expansion through organic growth and acquisitions across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
    startupticker.ch: German tech investor acquires Swiss digital signage pioneer
  • Oculis raises USD 100 million

    Nasdaq-listed biotech company Oculis announced the pricing of an underwritten offering of 5,000,000 of its ordinary shares at a price of $20.00 per share, for…

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    • Oculis raised $100M via share offering at $20/share to fund pipeline development, particularly neuroprotective candidate Privosegtor.
    • Privosegtor met primary safety and key secondary endpoints in Phase 2 ACUITY trial as potential first neuroprotective acute optic neuritis treatment.
    • Oculis' pipeline includes OCS-01 for diabetic macular edema, Privosegtor for neuroprotection, and Licaminlimab for dry eye disease.
    startupticker.ch: Oculis raises USD 100 million