Business News and Press Releases from Swiss Companies
Distraction Causes At Least Every Third Traffic Accident
Wallisellen - New Allianz studies show that distraction while driving significantly increases accident risk more than previously assumed. In certain situations, the accident risk for distracted drivers is three times higher than for attentive road users. Distraction can thus ...
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Undercover: Solicitor offers to help 'mini-mart owner' dodge fine for illegal worker | BBC News
A solicitor has been secretly filmed by the BBC explaining how he could make a £45,000 illegal working fine go away. Mohammad Alias Yousaf - also known as Alias - made the claim to an undercover reporter, who was posing as a mini-mart owner facing a fine for employing an ...
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International Launch of the World's First AI-powered Infrastructure for Carbon Removals in the Building Sector
Zurich - After three years of development and more than 90 buildings with over 72,000 tonnes of permanently stored CO2, Zurich's PropTech and Climate Tech company Timber Carbon is launching the first AI-powered infrastructure for carbon storage in the building sector. This ...
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Allianz Suisse Lifetime Award 2026 goes to the Pestalozzi Foundation
Wallisellen - Allianz Suisse honours the long-standing commitment of the Foundation to education, children's rights and social cohesion at the Swiss Diversity Award Night.
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AI and New Access Routes Enhance Focus on Trustworthy Market Data Providers – According to New Study
Market data providers play a crucial role in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), as expectations regarding access, performance, and costs rise. This insight is provided by a new study from SIX, the global financial information provider, and Crisil Coalition ...
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Hunger is Increasing Again Worldwide
Zurich - The new Global Hunger Index reveals: conflicts, climate crisis, and economic uncertainties are hindering progress in the fight against hunger. Helvetas is co-publisher of the new report and states: No security without food security!
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Declining Average Prices for New and Used Cars – New Electric Models and Plug-in Hybrids Gain Interest
The current market analysis by AutoScout24 for the third quarter of 2026 shows declining average listing prices for both new and used cars. With a slightly increased overall supply, individual electric models and plug-in hybrids are registering rising purchase inquiries.
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Costs Under Control: Suva Saves 123 Million Swiss Francs in Treatment Costs
In 2025, Suva reviewed approximately 2.9 million invoices for medical and therapeutic services following accidents and managed to save 123 million Swiss francs. Overall, treatment costs amounted to 1.34 billion Swiss francs—about 6 percent more than the previous year.
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lastminute.com appoints Ludovic Boisseau as new CFO
Amsterdam/Chiasso – lastminute.com N.V. (“lastminute.com”), the European leader in dynamic package holidays, announces the appointment of Ludovic Boisseau as Group CFO, effective 16 November 2026.
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Mastercard Keeps European Payments Running Amid Power and Network Failures
Frankfurt am Main - From early 2027, new Mastercard requirements for offline payments will ensure people across Europe can continue to pay even during power or network outages.
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Sika Acquires Azpects in the UK and Strengthens its Position in an Innovative Growth Segment
Sika has acquired the Azpects Group, a leading UK manufacturer of polymer sands for landscaping. The acquisition offers attractive cross-selling opportunities thanks to the complementary product portfolios and distribution channels of both companies and strengthens Sika's ...
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