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SWISSto12 SA is a manufacturer of radio frequency (RF) and microwave components and systems, specializing in the production of various antenna types, including horn antennas, airborne Ku and Ka band antenna arrays, and slotted waveguide antennas. The company also offers polymer and metal waveguide products, along with a range of filter products, including diplexers and custom filters. Founded in 2011 as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, SWISSto12 utilizes innovative 3D printing techniques to create metal-coated components for (sub)mm-wave signal transmission, enhancing design flexibility while reducing costs and lead times. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, the company provides integration and testing services, as well as a software solution for material properties extraction. SWISSto12 serves various sectors, including satellite communications, airborne satellites, and research centers, and has operations in Renens, Switzerland, as well as offices in Santa Clara, California, and Rehovot, Israel.

Numarics® is Switzerland’s first 100% digital accounting ecosystem, with a consistent mobile-first approach. Accounting, payroll, tax returns, invoicing, document management are now streamlined via the Numarics Ecosystem in the app or on the web, and make business management for entrepreneurs simple, accessible and transparent. Numarics was developed in 2020 by experts in the fields of accounting, digitalization, artificial intelligence and auditing with the vision of seamlessly integrating accounting into the lifestyle of today's entrepreneurs.

Enterprise Bot GmbH is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven chatbots aimed at automating customer interactions for enterprises. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, the company offers a range of products, including chatbots for sales and customer service, email triage bots, and scheduling assistants. Its solutions are particularly beneficial for financial institutions and insurance companies, providing a multi-platform messenger that addresses various customer needs and queries. By implementing these chatbots, enterprises can significantly reduce operational costs and customer wait times, enhancing the overall customer experience.

Selfrag is a privately held company that specializes in the development, engineering, and marketing of high voltage pulse power products. It is industrialization of high voltage electric pulse generators and electric pulse disaggregation (EPD) systems for the selective fragmentation of solid material. Selfrag also sells, designs, and develops selective fragmentation systems that use patented High Voltage pulse power technologies, which increase the value of material extracted or recycled. The company has over 40 installations worldwide of the batch, semi, and fully continuous processing systems, their team of highly specialized engineers has brought industrialized pulsed power products and systems to the market, satisfying their clients for over a decade. Selfrag is alternative technology to conventional crushing and grinding techniques and presents the huge potential to reduce energy consumption and develop the new generation of sustainable and economically profitable mineral processing plants. The company goal is to provide high tech processing solutions to the mining industry. Selfrag was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Fribourg, Switzerland.

Gerald Group is a prominent global commodity trading company that specializes in the physical merchanting, development, and trade of metal products and raw materials. Founded in 1962 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, with additional offices in Morges, Switzerland, and Shanghai, China, the company provides a wide range of nonferrous and precious metals, including copper, aluminum, gold, and silver. Gerald Group serves various sectors, including metal producing, refining, smelting, and banking, by offering services such as commodity trading, logistics, storage, and risk management solutions. The company also engages in project financing, lending, and marketing strategy advisory. Through its strategic partnership with Pengxin International Mining Company, Gerald Group enhances its ability to deliver diverse resources to miners, processors, industrial consumers, and major financial institutions.

Zaphiro is a company that specializes in developing real-time monitoring and automation systems aimed at improving the efficiency and profitability of electrical grid operations. Founded in April 2017 as a spin-off of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, it was established by researchers Paolo Romano, Marco Pignati, and Lorenzo Zanni. The company’s technology provides a comprehensive view of energy flows within the grid and enhances fault detection capabilities. By utilizing distributed sensing and a central grid controller, Zaphiro enables clients to safely incorporate renewable energy sources and electric vehicles into their systems. Its solutions facilitate quick responses to electrical faults, thereby reducing the impact of power outages.

Houzy AG is a Zurich-based company that operates a digital platform designed for homeowners, established in 2017. The platform offers users a comprehensive overview of various aspects related to homeownership, including financial management, property valuation, and condition analysis of home components. By integrating smart tools, Houzy facilitates the tracking and optimization of annual costs, assists in comparing mortgage options, and provides insights into renovation timelines and expenses. This approach aims to save homeowners time and money while simplifying their management of home-related issues.

Gnubiotics Sciences SA specializes in developing microbiome-modulating products aimed at nurturing, maintaining, and restoring microbiome diversity in humans and animals. Founded in 2016 and based in Epalinges, Switzerland, the company produces glycans and functional mimics of Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) for the consumer health market. Their flagship product, AMObiomeTM, is designed to enhance microbiome diversity and promote lifelong gut health. By replicating the natural structures found in breast milk, Gnubiotics aims to prevent infections and combat diet-induced obesity, while also addressing the growing demand for healthier food options. The company's innovative approach focuses on supporting immune systems and overall well-being through natural microbiome modulation.

Houzy AG is a Zurich-based company that operates a digital platform designed for homeowners, established in 2017. The platform offers users a comprehensive overview of various aspects related to homeownership, including financial management, property valuation, and condition analysis of home components. By integrating smart tools, Houzy facilitates the tracking and optimization of annual costs, assists in comparing mortgage options, and provides insights into renovation timelines and expenses. This approach aims to save homeowners time and money while simplifying their management of home-related issues.