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Swissnex in San FranciscoReport from the Bay Area: The (New) Robotics Renaissance
A new era is unfolding in robotics, one defined not by incremental tweaks, but by a dramatic convergence of artificial intelligence, advanced hardware, and powerful software. Often referred to as the “robotics renaissance,” this moment…
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Swissnex in San FranciscoOpen Call: Explore and Shape the Future of Robotics and Physical AI
Swissnex in San Francisco invites Swiss-based startups, researchers, thinkers, and tech artists working at the intersection of robotics, AI, and embodied systems to apply for a unique five-day program in San Francisco, October 27–31, 2025.
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Swissnex in San Francisco2025 Focus Topic Robotics: Connecting Silicon Valley and Switzerland
In 2025, Swissnex in San Francisco is putting the spotlight on robotics, launching a year-long focus that includes events, programs, and collaborations exploring the future of intelligent machines.
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![A vibrant gathering at Swissnex featuring a crowd of attendees exploring exhibits and networking in a bright, modern space. The Swissnex logo is prominently displayed on the wall, emphasizing the innovative and collaborative atmosphere. Attendees engage with displays, converse in small groups, and move throughout the open area, which is illuminated by natural light and modern overhead fixtures. The event radiates energy, creativity, and a sense of community, showcasing the spirit of innovation and exchange.]()
Swissnex in San FranciscoZHAW Staff Mobility Program 2025
Staff of the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) have the option to visit the San Francisco Bay Area for a sabbatical to connect with the local ecosystem and to work on their research project.…
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Swissnex in San FranciscoLooking Back at SF Climate Week
Over 25,000 people attended SF Climate Week this past week, and Swissnex was at the center of the action.
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Swissnex in San FranciscoExpanding Bionomous Horizons: How the Startup Camp (Robotics) Transformed Our Silicon Valley Journey
EPFL spin-off Bionomous transformed their US market approach through the Startup Camp (Robotics) powered by Innosuisse and managed by Swissnex. Discover how CEO Frank Bonnet secured key investor meetings and research partnerships that will fuel…
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Swissnex in San FranciscoSF Climate Week at Swissnex in San Francisco
Swissnex in San Francisco is participating in the SF Climate Week with several events and is the official home of two of SF Climate Week's Key Summits.
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Swissnex in San FranciscoHumanX 2025: AI in Finance, Cybersecurity, and Healthcare
At the HumanX conference, over 3,000 global tech innovators gathered to unravel AI's transformative potential. From OpenAI and Anthropic to innovative startups, the event illuminated how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing finance, cybersecurity, and healthcare—offering a…
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Report from the Bay Area: The (New) Robotics Renaissance
June 11, 2025A new era is unfolding in robotics, driven by the convergence of AI, advanced hardware, and powerful software—and Swissnex in San Francisco is tracking this “robotics renaissance” to foster exchange between the Swiss and North American innovation ecosystems.
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Open Call: Explore and Shape the Future of Robotics and Physical AI
June 3, 2025Applications for the five-day program in San Francisco (October 27–31, 2025) are now open.
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2025 Focus Topic Robotics: Connecting Silicon Valley and Switzerland
May 14, 2025In 2025, Swissnex in San Francisco is putting the spotlight on robotics, launching a year-long focus that includes events, programs, and collaborations exploring the future of intelligent machines.
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Looking Back at SF Climate Week
April 30, 2025Over 25,000 people attended SF Climate Week this past week, and Swissnex was at the center of the action.
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![A vibrant gathering at Swissnex featuring a crowd of attendees exploring exhibits and networking in a bright, modern space. The Swissnex logo is prominently displayed on the wall, emphasizing the innovative and collaborative atmosphere. Attendees engage with displays, converse in small groups, and move throughout the open area, which is illuminated by natural light and modern overhead fixtures. The event radiates energy, creativity, and a sense of community, showcasing the spirit of innovation and exchange.]()
ZHAW Staff Mobility Program 2025
April 30, 2025This year, Swissnex is hosting a total of five staff members of ZHAW visiting the San Francisco Bay Area for a two-week sabbatical.
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Expanding Bionomous Horizons: How the Startup Camp (Robotics) Transformed Our Silicon Valley Journey
April 7, 2025EPFL spin-off Bionomous transformed their US market approach through the Startup Camp (Robotics) powered by Innosuisse and managed by Swissnex. Discover how CEO Frank Bonnet secured key investor meetings and research partnerships that will fuel their next phase of international growth.
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SF Climate Week at Swissnex in San Francisco
April 2, 2025Swissnex in San Francisco is participating in the SF Climate Week with several events and is the official home of two of SF Climate Week's Key Summits.
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HumanX 2025: AI in Finance, Cybersecurity, and Healthcare
March 25, 2025At the HumanX conference, over 3,000 global tech innovators gathered to unravel AI's transformative potential. From OpenAI and Anthropic to innovative startups, the event illuminated how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing finance, cybersecurity, and healthcare—offering a tantalizing preview of technology's most powerful frontier.
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2025 Multimedia Lab for Journalists
March 25, 2025Swissnex in San Francisco is excited to announce that the applications for the 2025 Multimedia Lab for Journalists are open.
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Bridges and Innovation Ecosystems: A Deep Dive in Robotics
March 21, 2025Is bridging international innovation ecosystems a contradiction? Join me on a journey from Zurich to San Francisco, where robotics innovation, cultural insights, and unexpected connections await. Discover what happens when Switzerland's precision meets Silicon Valley's dynamic spirit—and why the metaphor of bridges has never been more fitting.
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Swiss Venture Capital Report 2025: A Comment from Swissnex in San Francisco
February 18, 2025Swiss Venture Capital Report 2025: A Comment from Swissnex in San Francisco
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Big Tech Trends at CES 2025
January 24, 2025The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 – The Big Tech Trends to expect for 2025
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Earth Out of Balance
January 23, 2025The special preview event celebrated the upcoming Keep it CO₂OL exhibition.
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![A group of ten people posing for a photo outdoors on a sunny day in front of a white neoclassical building surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery. The individuals are standing on a paved walkway, dressed in a mix of formal and casual attire, and the background shows a clear blue sky and distant buildings.]()
Insights from the US Discovery Tour with La Source School of Nursing
January 9, 2025Switzerland’s aging population poses new healthcare challenges. A delegation from the Canton of Vaud explored U.S. innovations on the East and West Coast in nursing, AI, and biotech, drawing lessons from California’s staffing laws and advancements shaping the future of care.
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Designing with Machines
January 6, 2025Anthony Masure, Associate Professor and Dean of Research at Geneva University of Art and Design, shares his perspective on the interplay of AI and the Arts.
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![An abstract digital artwork featuring intricate glass-like structures that twist and flow dynamically through the image. The composition includes crystalline forms in clear, blue, and amber hues, interspersed with floating, petal-shaped elements. The overall design evokes a sense of movement and fluidity, with reflective surfaces and sharp details creating a futuristic, otherworldly aesthetic.]()
AI Predictions for 2025
December 18, 2024With new releases, startups emerging daily, and an AI discourse oscillating between excitement and skepticism—breakthroughs and potential bubbles—navigating this sea of information can feel like a dense technological fog, thicker than the one we often have in San Francisco. Our AI Program Manager Maulde Cuerel clears the horizon and explores what’s in store for AI in 2025.
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Swissnex in San Francisco2025 Multimedia Lab for Journalists
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Swissnex in San FranciscoBridges and Innovation Ecosystems: A Deep Dive in Robotics
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Swissnex in San FranciscoSwiss Venture Capital Report 2025: A Comment from Swissnex in San Francisco
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Swissnex in San FranciscoBig Tech Trends at CES 2025
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Swissnex in San FranciscoEarth Out of Balance
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![A group of ten people posing for a photo outdoors on a sunny day in front of a white neoclassical building surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery. The individuals are standing on a paved walkway, dressed in a mix of formal and casual attire, and the background shows a clear blue sky and distant buildings.]()
Swissnex in San FranciscoInsights from the US Discovery Tour with La Source School of Nursing
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Swissnex in San FranciscoDesigning with Machines
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![An abstract digital artwork featuring intricate glass-like structures that twist and flow dynamically through the image. The composition includes crystalline forms in clear, blue, and amber hues, interspersed with floating, petal-shaped elements. The overall design evokes a sense of movement and fluidity, with reflective surfaces and sharp details creating a futuristic, otherworldly aesthetic.]()
Swissnex in San FranciscoAI Predictions for 2025
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Swissnex in San FranciscoDelegation of 32 Swiss Startups at CES 2025
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Swissnex in San FranciscoMultimedia Lab for Journalists
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Swissnex in San FranciscoDéjà Vu Event Series | Looking Back
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Swissnex in San FranciscoFirst Startup Camp in Texas
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Swissnex in San FranciscoThe Q1 dates for the US Startup Camps are out – Apply today!
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Swissnex in San FranciscoInside Silicon Valley’s AI Conference
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Swissnex in San FranciscoEmpowering AI Solutions | A Recap of the Digital Trust & AI Bootcamp
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Swissnex in San FranciscoSwiss Exhibition at the Intersection of Art and AI Makes its US Debut in San Francisco
