
ETH uncovers vulnerability in Intel architecture
Researchers at ETH Zurich have discovered a serious security vulnerability in Intel processors that allows access to sensitive data across CPU boundaries. The vulnerability has affected all Intel processors since 2018 and poses a serious risk for data centres, cloud providers and technology-based

Location opportunities for Switzerland in the face of global change
The technological transformation brought about by artificial intelligence marks an economic upheaval of historic proportions. According to the PwC study "Value in Motion", AI could increase global GDP by up to 15 percentage points by 2035. However, the full potential can only be realised if it is

EPFL shows new gripping technology with potential
Researchers at EPFL have developed a robotic hand that can grasp 24 different objects with human-like precision without complex programming - simply through the strategic use of flexibility in materials and mechanics. The ADAPT project marks a paradigm shift in robotics: away from centralised

Expansion of the management team for data centre projects
Green Datacenter is strengthening its management team with Markus Meier. As Chief Construction Officer, the qualified construction manager will be responsible for the overall management of all construction projects for the Aargau-based data centre provider. Three data centres are currently being


More efficient cleaning solutions for construction and industry
Frutiger successfully participated in the Bauma trade fair in Munich. At the world's leading trade fair for the construction industry, the MobyDick One tire washing system in particular aroused the public's interest. Solutions for dust control were also


Digitally visible, locally present
Acquiring mandates and positioning in the desired region are key success factors in the real estate industry - even in times of advancing digitalization, when visibility and proximity are still crucial for successful collaboration. This is precisely where SMG Real Estate's Visibility service comes


Flying robots as construction machines of the future
The construction industry is opening up new dimensions with autonomous flying robots. In future, drones could process building materials in hard-to-reach areas with precision, flexibility and scalability. An innovation with great potential for disaster prevention, repairs and the urban development


A global centre for artificial intelligence
While large tech companies dominate the development of artificial intelligence, Switzerland is striving for an alternative. ETH Zurich and EPF Lausanne, together with other Swiss universities, have launched the Swiss AI Initiative. The aim is to develop trustworthy and transparent AI models that

Prof Nora Dainton takes over as Head of the FHNW Institute of Digital Construction
Since April 2025, Prof. Nora Dainton has been acting head of the Institute for Digital Construction at the FHNW School of Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Geomatics. With her experience in research, teaching, and digitalization, she strengthens the university's integrated approach and continues

Zug as a global centre for blockchain technology
The canton of Zug is positioning itself as a world-leading centre for blockchain innovation. The "Blockchain Zug - Joint Research Initiative" is creating a new research network that combines academic excellence and economic dynamism. This strengthens the region as a location for future technologies

ETH Zurich provides the key to the energy transition in the power grid
If large power plants disappear, there is a risk of chaos in the grid. This is because they lack a clock generator. Researchers at ETH Zurich are now presenting a solution with which inverters from wind and solar power plants will stabilise the grid in future. A breakthrough for security of supply

Resource-efficient building with wood
A research team from Empa and ETH Zurich is developing an innovative method for producing wood-based panels inspired by traditional shingle production. By using split wood and artificial intelligence, even low-grade hardwood becomes a sustainable building material with future

DC technology as the key to the energy transition
At the OVE DC Day 2025, experts from research, industry and applications demonstrated the enormous potential of direct current technology. The focus was on practical solutions, technical standards and the role of DC microgrids in the decentralised energy supply of

Real estate monitor creates market transparency in the canton of Fribourg
With precise data and a regional focus, the Fribourg Real Estate Monitor provides sound insights into the rental housing market. The pilot project, supported by a public-private partnership, sets new standards for transparency and serves as a model for other regions in

The 104th immoTable focuses on energy, location attractiveness and innovation
The 104th immoTable brought together decision-makers from business, politics and the real estate industry at the Bananenreiferei in Zurich. The focus was on future-oriented impulses for location development, new energy concepts and the influence of digital technologies on the economy and real

Listen to how quantum atoms talk to each other
Researchers at EPFL have developed an acoustic metamaterial that can model quantum phenomena on a macro scale without destroying their fragile properties. The system opens up new perspectives for materials research, medical applications and an alternative form of quantum

Apply now: Who will win the Real Estate Award 2025?
Projects can still be submitted for the prestigious Real Estate Award until April 30, 2025. We are looking for bold ideas, forward-looking solutions and people who are rethinking the world of real estate, construction and finance. The awards will be presented on October 2, 2025 - perhaps to

New impetus from Properstar
Digitalization is changing the real estate market in German-speaking Switzerland. Properstar is entering the German-speaking region of Switzerland with a focus on digital brokerage and cost-efficient processes. Under the leadership of Sonja Honauer, the new branch aims to establish innovative

Efficient utilization of agricultural residues
Renergon has developed a small-scale biogas plant with a fuel cell. The RDS XS can process solid manure. The efficiency of the fuel cell is up to 80 percent. The plant is designed for agricultural operations in Switzerland and is also suitable for small


Digital map for storage solutions from renewable energy
The Swiss Power-to-X Collaborative Innovation Network (SPIN) is now working together with the Coalition for Green Energy & Storage (CGES) of ETH, EPFL, PSI and Empa. The aim is to create an interactive search tool that facilitates access to information on Power-to-X




