
Chatbots every third answer is wrong
Today, AI chatbots almost always provide an answer. However, the majority of systems have serious quality problems. According to a recent study by Newsguard, they spread false information in around 35 per cent of cases, often based on dubious sources or manipulative media

From the field: Why pole position counts in the region
Anyone who wants to market a property knows that visibility is the key to success. In an environment that is becoming increasingly digital with each new day, seconds can make the difference between attracting the attention of potential buyers and the success or failure of your business. With the

Review: Swissbau Community Event at uptownBasel
On 09.09.2025, the Swissbau Community Event took place at uptownBasel in Arlesheim - a highlight for the construction and real estate industry. Around 80 participants from the Swissbau Community were given exclusive insights into current topics such as steel re-use, CO₂-neutral energy supply and

ZHAW pools expertise in new competence group
With Andrea González, the ZHAW has gained an internationally recognized expert to head the new Smart Building Management competence group. From September 2025, she and her team will be working on making buildings and infrastructures smarter, more sustainable and more resilient. This will be based

Northwestern Switzerland strengthens future topics with two new universities
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW is sending a clear signal for the future. Two new universities are emerging from the former School of Engineering: the School of Computer Science and the School of Engineering and Environment. With this step, the FHNW aims to

On the way to the AI revolution
Artificial intelligence is seen as the engine of the future. However, the enormous computing resources that large language and learning models require are increasingly raising questions about sustainability. In conversation with ETH computer science professor Ana Klimovic, it becomes clear that


Swiss start-up supports the development of digital energy communities
Exnaton is supporting SAP with its software solutions for energy sharing in setting up the SAP Energy Community in the SAP Energy Park. In future, the Zurich-based start-up will promote onboarding and engagement, the operation of energy trading and


Researchers are working on clean water for cities of the future
Researchers from Eawag and the University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland are participating in the EU project UrbanM20. The aim of the project, which is led by the Danish Technical University, is to improve the monitoring and management of water management in

Small cities are increasingly interested in the smart city
Small cities in Switzerland are increasingly interested in the topic of smart cities. This is the result of the new Swiss Smart City Survey conducted by the Zurich University of Applied Sciences. Digitalization and the environment in particular are playing an increasingly important

Small cities drive smart transformation
The new ZHAW Smart City Survey illustrates how Swiss cities, especially smaller municipalities, are recognizing the potential of intelligent solutions and implementing more and more projects in the field of digitalization and sustainability. Smart environment and renewable energies are moving to

Whitepaper “Sustainable building concepts”
Modern buildings are far more than just static shells. The new white paper from Drees & Sommer and Siemens Switzerland shows how intelligent building automation optimizes the life cycle of properties, meets legal and ESG requirements and meets the highest standards of comfort, efficiency and

HSLU optimizes metal recycling with AI
Artificial intelligence and smart sensor technology are revolutionizing the Swiss metal cycle. Two recent studies by HSLU show how intelligent sorting increases the value of recycled metals, avoids downcycling and enables a resilient, import-independent supply of raw


Molecular light chain opens up paths for quantum technologies
Researchers at Empa have achieved a breakthrough. They have coupled porphyrin molecules to graphene nanoribbons with atomic precision. The result is a hybrid system that combines electronic, magnetic and optical properties, with potential for sensor technology, electronics and quantum

Digital twins for energy systems are gaining in importance
Urban Sympheny AG has completed ESRI's three-year start-up programme. During this time, Sympheny has integrated ESRI's geodata technology into its services. These are designed to support the planning and management of energy systems using digital

Pilot project for intelligent automated mobility is progressing
The Swiss Transit Lab, the cantons of Zurich and Aargau and SBB are preparing the deployment of self-driving vehicles in the Furttal valley. A digital map of the region is currently being created as part of the iamo pilot project. This will be followed by a training and test


Microfactories with AI are changing housing construction
A new partnership between ABB Robotics and the US company Cosmic Buildings is bringing movement to housing construction. Mobile, AI-powered microfactories will be used to build homes in disaster areas three times faster, safer and more cost-effectively. The approach could fundamentally change the


Series production of intelligent safety robots
The Swiss robotics start-up Quarero is bringing its AI-supported security robots into series production, with manufacturing in Germany and a clear expansion target. The autonomous robots are set to redefine security solutions in cities, industry and critical infrastructures.

Revolutionary sound absorbers
Together with the company de Cavis, Empa researchers have developed a groundbreaking innovation in the field of sound absorption. The new mineral sound absorbers are not only significantly thinner than conventional materials, but can also be specifically designed for different frequency ranges.

Light controls electricity in metals
Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have developed a method to control the flow of electricity in ultra-thin metal films at room temperature using light. This discovery could revolutionize the development of new, highly efficient components in optoelectronics and quantum


Digitised road network for the district of Horgen
From mid-July 2025, iNovitas AG will be digitally mapping the road network in the district of Horgen. The three-dimensional image of the road network is intended to support the administration, planning offices and utility companies. Personal rights will remain



