AI Meets Reality: From Algorithms to Autonomous Systems

by Zurich AI Festival

Physical AI is leaving the lab - what does it take to make it work in the real world? “AI Meets Reality – Testing the Future of Autonomous Systems” explores the journey from prototype to deployment, highlighting the critical role of testing, validation and collaboration in bringing safe and trustworthy autonomous systems into everyday life. Hosted by LINA, a joint initiative of ZHAW, UZH, ZHdK and

Critical Infrastructure Shield Hackathon Switzerland

by EDTH

Europe’s critical infrastructure is increasingly exposed — from energy grids and transport hubs to data centers and communication networks. The threat landscape has changed: low-cost drones, hybrid cyberattacks, and denied-communication environments. From October 23-25, 2026, the first Critical Infrastructure Shield Hackathon in Switzerland brings together Europe’s top engineers, operators, founde

Paper Millionaire - When Valuation Grows Faster than Liquidity | Panel Discussion & Networking

by Maerki Baumann & Co. AG

Paper Millionaire – when valuation grows faster than liquidity For many founders, company value exists on paper long before it becomes personal liquidity. As companies scale and valuations increase, questions around financing, shareholder structures, ESOPs, governance, taxes, succession and personal wealth planning become increasingly important—often during the most demanding phase of building a c

2026 Edition | AI+X SUMMIT

by ETH AI Center

A one-day summit exploring AI and deep tech innovations for the next generation, featuring keynotes, panel discussions, tracks, workshops, and exhibitions. The event brings together global leaders from industry, academia, and policy to discuss breakthroughs, strategic directions, and the societal impact of AI.

AI & Tech Networking in Zurich

by Startup Valley

Hi there! 🚀 Dear Participants! Join our event in Zurich! Meet and network with Founders and Investors. Pitch to the audience with your Startup and seize your chance to dive into the world of business, technology, and venture capital. 💡 Why You Can't Miss This Event: Engage with leading experts and founders in Tech & Business, as well as top investors, to gain deep insights and valuable networking.

4WARD.earth Zurich Climate, Cleantech & Energy Networking Meetup

by Matt Ward

4WARD.earth Zurich Climate & Sustainability Networking Meetup Join us for the 4WARD.earth's Zurich Member Meetup to meet other climate professionals and like-minded individuals passionate about combatting climate change and using technology and innovate to fight for Team Planet. Date: Tuesday July 28th 2025 Time: 6:30-8:30pm CET Location: Frau Gerold's Garten Check Zurich Whatsapp for exact locati

Robot Learning Paper Club

by Dominique Paul

Robot learning in Zurich is scattered. Academia, big tech, and startups are all pushing the field forward, but rarely in the same room. If Zurich is going to lead in robotics globally, the people building it need to talk to each other. This is a space for exactly that. We mix 10-minute presentations from researchers in the local community presenting their own work and participants presenting recen

Fireside Chat on Early Market Traction

by AI Startup Center

This fireside chat which is hosted by Panagiotis Martakis from Irmos Technologies and Romano Schäppi.

Distinct Innovators – Connecting with Purpose

by Isatu SBarrie

Beyond Trust: How Meaningful Professional Relationships Develop Over Time When the right people come together, knowledge flows and possibilities expand. Join us for an evening of thoughtful conversation overlooking Lake Zurich. Distinct Innovators is a curated gathering for entrepreneurs, founders, innovators, and professionals who value meaningful conversations and genuine professional relationsh

🏃‍➡️ The Builders Run #4

by Daniel Stadelmann

The morning run for Zurich-based builders, founders, and operators. Led by ironman Daniel, the whole point of this run is the people: a relaxed pace, the kind where you can actually hold a conversation. Some of the best ones happen around km 5. Quick warm-up to start (last chance for latecomers), then out along the Sihl for a 10k at conversational pace: ~5:30–6:00 min/km, and we may split the grou

♦️ The Builders Poker #9

by Edo Treccani

The poker game for Zurich-based builders, founders, and operators. Join a No-Limit Hold'em (NLHE) afternoon cash game, hosted by Rak, Edo and Matteo for friends from Zurich's tech scene. The idea is simple: founders, engineers, and operators around a felt table, good vibes, a bit of competition, and ideally not losing too much money. Half the fun is who you're sitting next to: the kind of people b

🚴 The Builders Ride #4

by Francesco Casucci

The evening ride for Zurich-based builders, founders, and operators. Zurich's builders, out of the office and onto the bike. No agenda, just kilometers and good company. The route: We start from Zurich and head straight into the steep stuff on Forstrasse, a proper leg-opener early on. From there it's over to Albis, the main event of the day, before rolling back down toward Zurich to close the loop

Deal Catch: Networking & Pitch in Zurich

by Olivier Club

Olivier Club and Fishman VC have launched a series of events for ambitious founders, investors and professionals in Zurich. What we do: In partnership with other VCs and accelerators we create an environment where founders make new connections, share experience and pitch to investors. How it goes: Pre-selected founders pitch live Investors & founders networking together The best pitchers are chose

Euromaxxing @ Rapidata - AI Enthusiasts Summer BBQ

by Andrea Vejtorp-Birch

Join us for Rapidata's inaugural summer party! Drink aperol spritz and enjoy the view of the mountains from our amazing terrace, while mingling with other AI enthusiasts in Zurich. There'll be drinks, snacks, apéro, and grilling. Rapidata is a Zurich based startup offering data labelling and RLHF for training and eval of generative AI models.

Founders Running Club :: Zurich

by Founders Running Club

Founders Running Club (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 55+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Commu

Joining a Startup Board: Responsibilities, Governance, and Strategic Impact

by Swiss Startup Association

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Founders Academy: Negotiating Under Pressure: Fundraising in Challenging Times

by Swiss Startup Association

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Summer BBQ

by Bluelion

A chance to step away from the desk and connect with the Bluelion community. Cocktail bar, barbecue, good music and summer vibes. Note: for Bluelion startups only.

WOMEN IN TECH GET TOGETHER

by Sandra-Stella Triebl

GET TOGETHER 4 WOMEN IN TECH Topic: Vulnerability in Leadership Presented By Siemens & Ladies Drive Supported by Innosuisse For Women in Tech of All Ages! With 4 inspirational speeches & talks (each 15 minutes) and lots of time to share and connect! Date: 24.8.2026 Location: Siemens AG, Freilagerstr. 40, 8047 Zürich Time: 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm including Apero Riche SPEAKERS: Bea Knecht (Founder Zattoo

Scaleup Executives Breakfast

by Swiss Startup Association

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155th SICTIC Investor Day: All Stars @ AWS, Zurich

by SICTIC Events

On 25 August, SICTIC returns to AWS Zurich for an All Stars Investor Day – featuring startups that already have SICTIC investors on board and are actively raising capital. This fast-paced, in-person-only format gives investors efficient access to a curated selection of founder teams that have already earned the confidence of the SICTIC community. Whether you're looking to join a round, increase yo

Zürich Career Circle

by Innovationsverband Schweizer Arbeitsmarkt

The Swiss Career Circles are the exclusive nationwide event series for highly qualified professionals and Executives currently seeking a new role. 👉 In our compact 90-minute session, you’ll get: Current Labour Trends in Switzerland: Fresh insights, recent Swiss data and what current shifts mean for executives, senior professionals and high potentials navigating transition. Evolving Career Opportun

AI Startup Center Community Meetup - August Edition

by AI Startup Center

Where ideas and connections come together. Innovation rarely happens in long meetings or strategy papers.

Open vs. Closed Models: How the next Gen of Startups will be built. Hosted by Snowflake, AWS & DataMax.

by Tarek Muqbel

VentureLust presents Open vs. Closed: How the Next Generation of AI Startups Will Be Built Hosted by AWS, Snowflake and Datamax Summer break is over, builders are back - or never left 😉 - and it’s time to kick off the new season the right way. Open-weight models are becoming increasingly capable, while closed models continue to set new benchmarks. For the next generation of AI startups, choosing b

Swiss Startup Padel Tournament #2

by Gian Sbetta

A high-energy afternoon of competitive padel, networking, and post-match drinks for startup founders, co-founders, venture capitalists, and angel investors. The tournament is limited to 32 players and includes matches, snacks, and drinks.

Swiss {ai} Weeks 2026

Join the movement! Swiss {ai} Weeks calls on developers, entrepreneurs, and citizens to come together and build the future of AI — hands-on, ethical, trustworthy and open. This isn't just exploration, it's collaboration in action.

Founders Academy: How to become investment ready as an early stage startup

by Swiss Startup Association

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Beyond the Hype: AI That Works for EAMs

by Christian Jedlicka

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping wealth management. But beyond the headlines, where is AI already creating tangible value for independent wealth managers? Join us for an exclusive executive evening at the iconic Zürcher Yacht Club, where leading innovators, practitioners and technology experts share practical insights into how AI is transforming client relationships, investment intelli

Founders Dinner: Zug

by Swiss Startup Association

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Intellectual Property - SICTIC Investor Academy - Zurich

by SIC TIC

Exclusive members only workshop, available onsite only, with limited seating for 15 guests. Investors get deep insights into the topic of investing in startups.

The Investor's Guide to IP - SICTIC Investor Academy - Zurich

by SICTIC Events

This event is open for SICTIC members only with limited seating for 35 guests. There’s plenty of opportunity for Q&A and discussions at the workshop. Speakers: Ralph Mogicato, Board Member at SICTIC Oliviana Calin-Eller, Ph.D. Chemistry, MSc. Chemistry, Patent Attorney, European Patent Litigator at E. Blum & Co. AG Sebastien Ragot,Ph.D. Materials science, Msc. Physics, Patent Attorney, European Pa

The Agentic Enterprise – Swiss Executive Forum

by SwissAISummit

From Chatbots to Autonomous Agents Agentic AI is changing the rules of the game. Unlike traditional AI systems that respond to prompts, intelligent agents can plan, make decisions, coordinate tasks, access systems, and execute workflows with increasing levels of autonomy. While this creates significant opportunities for productivity, innovation, and new business models, it also raises important qu

Tessinerplatz Pitch Night | Edition ZH

by eloya GmbH

At Pitch Night, innovative startups meet an inquisitive community, experienced jury members and new opportunities. In this edition, we offer founders a stage in Zurich to present their ideas live, receive valuable feedback and make valuable contacts. What can you expect? 🚀 Startups pitch their ideas & products 🎤 A jury provides feedback and selects the Pitch Night winner 🤝 Networking with female f

Founders Academy: Managing Legal Disputes in Startups: Risk Mitigation and Resolution

by Swiss Startup Association

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Zurich Scaleup Cruise 2026

by Robin Muntwyler

Celebrate Swisspreneur's 10 year anniversay with us and join another edition of the Swisspreneur Scaleup Cruise Zurich! 🛳️ Join a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and investors for an inspiring evening on the waters of Lake Zurich. Learn from successful founders and connect with like-minded professionals while enjoying breathtaking views and meaningful conversations. 🎯 This event is for you if y

AI Startup Event at Löwenberg Castle

Pitch, Connect & Grow at Löwenberg Castle. You are warmly invited to the AI Startup.

From Vision to Value – KI für KMU

by AI Startup Center

Künstliche Intelligenz bietet enormes Potenzial – entscheidend ist jedoch, wie Menschen und Unternehmen daraus echten.

Matchmaking & Networking | Zurich Climate & Sustainability Community Launch

by Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Join us for an evening of networking, conversation, and community building as professionals across climate, energy, sustainability, and innovation gather in Zurich for a new local chapter launch. Whether you work in startups, corporate sustainability, climate tech, policy, finance, consulting, research, or are simply passionate about the future of climate solutions, this event is designed to help

⛰️ The Builders Hike #1

by Simon Sure

The Sunday hike for Zurich-based builders, founders, and operators. No summit to conquer, no pace to keep up with, nowhere we need to be in a hurry. Just a long, easy day in the mountains with good company and time to actually talk. Some of the best conversations and thoughts happen away from screens when contemplating life and staring at the beautiful Swiss mountains. We are heading into the Schw

Zurich AI Festival 2026 — Building Robots in Europe: Regulation, Risk & Market Access

by LEXR

LEXR unpacks what it actually takes to bring a robot to market in Europe — CE marking, the new Machinery Regulation, AI Act compliance, and cross-border market access. A sharp, practitioner-led session for any hardware or robotics founder navigating EU regulatory terrain.

Building AI That Works: A Hands-On Simulation of Success and Failure

by Zurich AI Festival

Most organizations are no longer experimenting with AI - they are trying to scale it. And this is where things start to break. Despite strong models and successful pilots, many AI initiatives fail to deliver real value. Not because the technology doesn’t work, but because success is not well defined, measured and managed in real-world conditions. In this interactive session, participants will step

GDG Cloud Zürich: Tech Talks

by Zurich AI Festival

Learn AI skills alongside your local developer community. Agenda ⏰ 18:25: Doors open - please arrive on time ⏰ 18:55: Doors close (late entry may not be possible due to time constraints) ⏰ 19:00: Welcome - Erin, Rachel (organizers) ⏰ 19:05: Talk 1 – TBD ⏰ 19:30: Talk 2 – TBD ⏰ 20:05: Networking & Apéro – Supported by Google Cloud, Zencore, ABB, and Datwave We invite developers and technologists, f

Zurich Tech Job Fair (Zürich Tech-Jobmesse 2026)

Connect with the people driving Zurich's tech industry at one of the city's leading tech hiring and networking events. Whether you're a jobseeker looking for your next opportunity, a company hiring top tech talent, a startup growing your team, or a tech professional expanding your network, this event is for you. ✨ Meet leading employers 💼 Explore exciting tech careers 🤝 Build meaningful in

Founders’ Tap

by Bluelion

Casual get-together where founders from our community meet in the heart of Zürich. No formal agenda: just founders sharing insights and creating opportunities together.

Member Spotlight: Under Industries & Swissloop Tunneling

by Innovation Park Zurich

Hoi IPZ-Community, Have you met the Teams of Swissloop Tunneling and Under Industries AG and learned about their "boring businesses"? No? Well, now is the perfect time: The Team from Under Industries and Swissloop Tunneling invite you and 15 other members to join them on their construction site. Under Industries AG will explain how they install underground utilities without opening the road. Imagi

158th SICTIC Investor Day @ Balgrist University Hospital, Zurich

by SICTIC Events

On 27 October 2026, SICTIC arrives at Balgrist University Hospital in Zurich for the first time, bringing our MedTech expertise to a world-renowned hub of innovation. This event highlights cutting-edge startups shaping the future of healthcare and digital health. What to Expect Innovations on Stage A hand-picked selection of MedTech and digital health startups will present their breakthroughs, gro

LAUNCH 2026

by ETH Entrepreneur Club

About Launch LAUNCH is Switzerland’s flagship gathering for founders, investors, and innovators. Powered by the ETH Entrepreneur Club and SICTIC, the 2026 edition unites: 2 200+ entrepreneurial minds 300+ impact-driven investors 70+ breakthrough startups Expect a full-day experience of inspiration, skill-building, and high-impact networking. Highlights Main Stage: Hear visionary founders and thoug

Open-i

by NZZ Connect

Open-i brings together key players in Switzerland's innovation ecosystem: leading SMEs, start-ups, investors, corporates, academia, policymakers and the next generation of talent. The focus is on exchange, inspiration and tangible collaboration, showing how scientific insights can become new business models and market-ready solutions.

The Angel Investor & Sourcing Deals - SICTIC Academy Masterclass - 25.08.26 - Bern

by SICTIC Events

We discuss Chapter 1&2 of the Swiss Angel Investor Handbook in a small group of angel Investors. Ralph Mogicato, Board Member at SICTIC, Rüdiger Petrikowski, Regional Director Berne at SICTIC and Adrian Adank, SICTIC Angel Investor will discuss Chapter 1&2 (The Angel Investor & Sourcing Deals) of the Swiss Angel Investor Handbook. The Angel Investor 1. Positioning of Angel Investors 1.1. Startup I

Founders Dinner: Basel

by Swiss Startup Association

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Agentic AI

by Ilir Fetai

Agentic AI is moving from prototype to production faster than enterprise data platforms can keep up. Agents reason, plan, and act across many data sources at once, but the data they touch was rarely designed for them. This workshop is about that gap. How do we make enterprise data usable, auditable, and trustworthy for autonomous agents? What we will dig into Reliable access to structured data. Te

156th SICTIC Investor Day @ Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area

by SICTIC Events

On 3 September 2026, SICTIC heads to Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area for an Investor Day dedicated to biotech and life sciences. This edition brings together investors and founders active across the broad life sciences spectrum within one of Europe’s leading hubs for the sector. What to Expect Startup Pitches A curated selection of biotech and life sciences ventures will present their busin

Founders Dinner: Lucerne

by Swiss Startup Association

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Founders Drinks: Bern

by Swiss Startup Association

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Quantum Global Summit

by QAI Ventures

Meet the Talents and Leading Voices in Quantum Investing, Entrepreneurship & Industry. Basel will be the gathering point for the global quantum ecosystem for a day of unfiltered, high-level exchange on where quantum technologies are going, and more importantly, who is going to get it there. Expect leading voices from across the quantum industry - from the laboratory and the boardroom, from our por

QAI Ventures Global Summit

by QAI Ventures

Basel will be the gathering point for the global quantum ecosystem for a day of unfiltered, high-level exchange on where quantum technologies are going, and more importantly, who is going to get it there. Expect leading voices from across the quantum industry - from the laboratory and the boardroom, from our portfolio and the policy chamber - on the stages, in the panels, and in the conversations

AI Workshop for MedTech C-Level Executives

by Harald Dotterweich

Swiss MedTech SMEs are underusing AI while competitors abroad turn it into a structural advantage. The gap is real, and it's widening. That's what our founder, Thierry Rietsch, sees after speaking with dozens of C-level leaders across Swiss MedTech. Adopting AI inside a company is not something that can be delegated away. It's a technology question and a culture question, and both have to be led f

Onchain Leaders Gathering

by STORM Partners

Onchain Leaders Gathering, Geneva 🇨🇭 Where capital markets meet code. Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 13:00 – 20:00 Finance isn’t being disrupted. It’s being rewritten, onchain. Stablecoins are becoming payment rails. Tokenised assets are reshaping capital markets. Settlement is moving from days… to seconds. The question is no longer if. It’s who captures the value. Full Agenda 13:00 – 13:30 - Apéro &

Swiss Growth Stage Summit 2026

by SICTIC Events

Event Overview Switzerland produces world-class innovation and a strong pipeline of scale-ups ready for global growth. The Swiss Growth Stage Summit 2026 offers curated access to these opportunities, connecting leading investors directly with companies at the scaling stage. Organized by SICTIC in collaboration with Canton de Vaud, UBS, Swisscom Ventures, Deeptech Nation Switzerland, FIT, and Innov

Ilmac Lausanne 2026

by MCH Exhibitions & Events GmbH

Ilmac is an exclusive international trade event covering the entire value chain of the chemistry and life sciences industry. It connects professionals from research, development, production, and quality control, featuring a conference, startup pitches, and networking events.

157th SICTIC Investor Day @ FONGIT, Geneva

by SICTIC Events

On 24 September 2026, SICTIC returns to FONGIT in Geneva for a full-spectrum Investor Day, showcasing startups across all verticals. This edition brings together founders and investors from multiple tech industries under one roof in a hub of innovation. What to Expect Pitching the Future A curated lineup of startups from every sector will showcase their innovations and funding plans. Expect bold i

Talent Kick Graduate Startups Showcase 2026

by Zurich AI Festival

The time has come to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Talent Kick startups graduating this year. Join us for this special ceremony to honor them and the incredible community that has supported their journey. Talent Kick is a cross-university entrepreneurial program that supports top students and researchers in creating impact by building scalable startups during their studies—empowerin

Swiss IT Forum(s) 2026

We are happy to be again this year’s official partner of the Swiss IT Forum(s) Geneva (September 30 – October 1), the most important IT fair in French-speaking Switzerland. The entire IT ecosystem will come together for two days of exchanges around major IT topics and challenges (AI, cybersecurity, data, cloud, etc.).

EY x Belem x BSA

by Jules Delforge

Belem Capital, EY, la Blockchain Student Association (BSA) et la Swiss Risk Association vous invitent à une matinée d'échanges réservée aux allocateurs, gérants privés, family offices et investisseurs professionnels. À mesure que les actifs numériques s'installent durablement dans le paysage financier, deux questions deviennent centrales pour les professionnels de l'investissement : comment encadr

Award Ceremony Boldbrain 2026

by Fondazione Agire

Join us for an inspiring evening at the 2026 Award Ceremony of Boldbrain Startup Challenge, hosted by Fondazione Agire with the collaboration of USI Startup Centre. This event celebrates innovation and entrepreneurship, featuring the boldest projects of this year's acceleration program. Why attend? 🔎 Find out more about all teams involved in the 2026 edition of Boldbrain through insightful posters