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Glencore begins the changing of the old guard

The impending retirement of Glencore’s copper kingpin Telis Mistakidis marks the start of a generational shift at the powerful commodity trader.

By Henry Sanderson and Neil Hume

Swiss campaign Index groups face fight over controversial weapons

A global coalition of investors is pressuring index providers to drop controversial weapons manufacturers from mainstream benchmarks.

By Peter Smith 

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Braking news Young drivers set to receive controversial Christmas present

Young Swiss drivers look set to be able to get their provisional licences from the age of 17.

Switzerland-European Union Swiss government wants public consultation on EU framework deal

The Swiss government says it wants a public consultation before taking a final position on an “institutional framework” agreement with the EU.

This content was published on December 7, 2018 4:30 PM Dec 7, 2018 - 16:30

Opinion Swiss regulation of commodity trade long overdue

Andreas Missbach of Public Eye believes Switzerland must rein in global commodity traders accused of human rights and environmental violations.

Rail travel Hundreds of train stations to be modernised

Around 580 train stations across Switzerland will be modernised by the end of 2023 and made more accessible for people with disabilities.

This content was published on December 6, 2018 7:24 PM Dec 6, 2018 - 19:24

Arms sales Switzerland exports more weapons to conflict nations

Switzerland already exports weapons to countries at war, and the numbers are increasing. 

This content was published on December 6, 2018 4:23 PM Dec 6, 2018 - 16:23

finance Swiss investment management sector growing

As the Swiss financial sector to various pressures, a new report pinpoints a growing investment management industry as its cornerstone.

This content was published on December 6, 2018 3:51 PM Dec 6, 2018 - 15:51

DLT template Swisscom, Swiss Post create ‘plug and play’ blockchain platform

Switzerland’s state-owned telecoms and postal services have teamed up to create a distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform to help plug ...

This content was published on December 6, 2018 9:38 AM Dec 6, 2018 - 09:38

Let's make a deal Switzerland faces stark choice on EU integration deal

The Swiss government on Friday faces a stark choice on future relations with the EU that is likely to resonate far beyond its borders.

By Ralph Atkins in Zurich, Jim Brunsden in Brussels and Philip Stafford in London

Swiss airspace study Drones can be safely guided by mobile phone networks

Switzerland’s existing mobile telephony infrastructure should be able to guarantee the safety of drone flights in the country’s airspace.

This content was published on December 5, 2018 8:41 PM Dec 5, 2018 - 20:41

Economic expansion Swiss office real estate market thriving

The office real estate market is enjoying a positive outlook, driven by economic recovery and accompanying job growth, according to Credit Suisse.

This content was published on December 5, 2018 4:17 PM Dec 5, 2018 - 16:17

Voice-first approach Alexa, why are voice-controlled devices booming in Switzerland?

More than a third of Swiss use voice user interfaces (VUIs) on their smartphones, computers and smart speakers.

This content was published on December 5, 2018 3:07 PM Dec 5, 2018 - 15:07

Trade dispute Swiss complaint over US tariffs to be reviewed by WTO panel

A Swiss complaint to the World Trade Organization (WTO) against United States import tariffs on aluminium and steel will be decided by a WTO panel.

This content was published on December 4, 2018 7:05 PM Dec 4, 2018 - 19:05

Air Mail Swiss post office expands hospital drone delivery system

The Swiss Post is expanding its drone delivery system, transporting laboratory samples between two hospitals in Zurich.

This content was published on December 4, 2018 5:20 PM Dec 4, 2018 - 17:20

Online shopping Amazon reduces online offer for Swiss customers

Shoppers in Switzerland will no longer be able to buy items from the US Amazon website due to recent changes to Swiss VAT law.

This content was published on December 4, 2018 3:10 PM Dec 4, 2018 - 15:10

data protection Swiss Starbucks customers found vulnerable due to insecure WiFi

An investigation by Swiss Public Television, SRF, found that customer data isn’t sufficiently protected when using WiFi at Starbucks cafes.

This content was published on December 4, 2018 1:11 PM Dec 4, 2018 - 13:11

Banking in Britain Regulator warns banks over Brexit moves out of City

The UK’s financial regulator has urged a group of international banks in the City of London to limit the number of clients they move overseas.

By Barney Thompson and Delphine Strauss, The Financial Times

equal pay for equal work Swiss parliament passes salary equality law

Companies with over 100 employees will have to do regular pay equity checks thanks to a new law passed in the Swiss parliament.

This content was published on December 4, 2018 10:29 AM Dec 4, 2018 - 10:29

Climate change Torrid time predicted for Switzerland by 2060

What effects will global warming have on society, tourism in the Alps, and the environment in Switzerland?

By Luigi Jorio

Passport information Don’t know your date of birth? Problem solved

People who don’t know or cannot prove their date of birth face a range of challenges, such as reserving flights or hotel rooms online.

This content was published on December 3, 2018 2:16 PM Dec 3, 2018 - 14:16