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Switzerland as a centre of innovation: International settlements as a driver of growth

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Switzerland's innovative strength is recognised worldwide. However, the global competition for AI talent and technologies requires more than just good framework conditions - it needs targeted international networking.

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Switzerland has led the global innovation rankings for over 14 years. Anja Fiedler, CEO of Switzerland Global Enterprise, shows in the SME magazine how artificial intelligence and international networking secure this lead - and what opportunities this presents for SMEs.

The most important findings:

  • Swiss companies are no longer just using AI to increase efficiency, but are developing completely new business models based on it.
  • At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, 23 Swiss companies presented innovations such as ultra-thin solar cells, smart assistance devices and solid-state batteries with a one-minute charging time.
  • With the "Alps" supercomputer and the "Apertus" open source project, Switzerland is systematically expanding its AI infrastructure and digital sovereignty.
  • International tech companies bring capital, networks and expertise - and open up new market prospects for Swiss SMEs.
  • S-GE combines export promotion with location promotion and specifically brings AI and digital companies into the Swiss ecosystem.

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This article in KMU Magazin is part of a series developed as a follow-up activity to the publication AI Orientation: Challenges and Opportunities for Swiss SMEs. This SATW publication supports small and medium-sized enterprises in identifying the potential of artificial intelligence and planning concrete next steps.

The content was created in close collaboration with stakeholders from the network of SAIROP (Swiss AI Research Overview Platform). SAIROP promotes exchange between academia, industry, and society, highlights Swiss AI expertise, and provides guidance within the dynamic AI ecosystem.

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Text by Anja Fiedler