Switzerland as a centre of innovation: International settlements as a driver of growth
Switzerland has led the global innovation rankings for over 14 years. Anja Fiedler, CEO of Switzerland Global Enterprise, shows in the SME magazine how artificial intelligence and international networking secure this lead - and what opportunities this presents for SMEs.
The most important findings:
- Swiss companies are no longer just using AI to increase efficiency, but are developing completely new business models based on it.
- At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, 23 Swiss companies presented innovations such as ultra-thin solar cells, smart assistance devices and solid-state batteries with a one-minute charging time.
- With the "Alps" supercomputer and the "Apertus" open source project, Switzerland is systematically expanding its AI infrastructure and digital sovereignty.
- International tech companies bring capital, networks and expertise - and open up new market prospects for Swiss SMEs.
- S-GE combines export promotion with location promotion and specifically brings AI and digital companies into the Swiss ecosystem.