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Explore the diverse event programs

Immerse yourself into a pool of knowledge of the entire Swiss startup ecosystem. Design your own agenda with the decentralized conference model at startup days.

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Enhance your skills

For startup founders, investors, enablers, or corporates alike, our 40+ diverse sessions promise to ignite innovative thinking and elevate your expertise. Build your personalized schedule and reap the full benefits of achieving your goals by choosing the sessions that suit you best. After registering, you can book your seat for your favourite sessions – first come, first served.

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The geopolitics of Swiss innovation

Switzerland’s startup future isn’t just about innovation – it’s about survival.
Geopolitics now shapes where capital flows, which technologies thrive, and how businesses scale. Startups and investors can no longer ignore its impact on funding, technology, and strategy.

General Sir Richard Barrons, former commander of the UK’s Armed Forces and a leading expert in global strategy, unpacks what this new reality means for Switzerland’s innovation ecosystem.

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125+ excellent speakers on stage

Get ready to be inspired by carefully chosen speakers from diverse fields who bring invaluable insights. Each shares their passion, ensuring an enriching experience.

Wendy Jordan
Wendy Jordan

Board of Directors, Accelerator Chair, EO Accelerator Switzerland

Enzo Wälchli
Enzo Wälchli

Chief Commercial Officer, Anybotics

Alex Ilic
Alex Ilic

Co-founder & Executive Director, ETH AI Center

Scarlet Schwiderski-Grosche
Scarlet Schwiderski-Grosche

Executive Director, EPFL AI Center

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AI Stage

AI is revolutionizing industries – but are you keeping up?

Unlock cutting-edge AI insights at the AI Stage, alongside our esteemed partners ETH AI Center and EPFL.
Participate in the stage without registration and listen to well-selected AI experts.

Every attendee will receive headphones, but please note that the quantity is limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Unplugged Stage

Experience the silent Unplugged Stage where personalities from the startup scene share intimate stories of triumphs and setbacks.

The moderator Urs Gredig will delve into their personal journeys, exploring the opportunities and hurdles that have arisen for each entrepreneur. Get ready to get unplugged insights into the raw essence of entrepreneurship.

Participate in the stage without registration. Every attendee will receive headphones, but please note that the quantity is limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Collective
Collective – unlock female entrepreneurship

Get inspired by the important topics of fostering female entrepreneurship and shape the future of the Swiss deep-tech and innovation landscape with a more feminine touch.

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Experience Exchange
Experience Exchange

Founders and investors exchange personal insights, challenges, and success stories from peer-to-peer in a safe space to empower one another.

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Founder’s Know-How
Founder’s Know-How

Expand your expertise with experts who share relevant skills and tools for founders to enhance your entrepreneurial knowledge.

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Newcomers
Newcomers

18 outstanding startups pitch: Explore the hidden startup gems with innovative DeepTech and AppliedTech solutions that are in the pre- and seed phase.

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Unlock Switzerland
Unlock Switzerland

Discuss the opportunities and challenges in unlocking Switzerland’s potential.

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