Science podcast: Are court cases a way to tackle climate change?
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In the latest Swiss Connection podcast, explore how Indonesian islanders are taking cement firm Holcim to court over climate damage claims.
Switzerland’s open AI model could help guard the web – or empower its attackers
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As AI-driven cyberattacks outpace human defenders, open models like Switzerland’s Apertus could level the playing field – if they don’t end up in the wrong hands.
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Artificial intelligence is hailed as an effective tool in the fight against climate change. But a new study shows that AI is currently doing more to boost oil and gas production than to cut emissions, argues Peter Freudenstein of AlgorithmWatch CH.
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A handful of Christian churches and organisations in Switzerland have adopted ten “commandments” or guidelines for dealing with artificial intelligence.
Swiss section of Great St. Bernard tunnel to get 1,000 solar panels
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The company that runs the Great St. Bernard tunnel is set to install 7,000 square metres of solar panels on the Swiss side of the tunnel.
Drought conditions in Switzerland persist despite rainfall
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The autumn rains that fell up until the weekend have only temporarily eased the drought, which remains severe in Switzerland.
Zermatt glacier slopes reopen after heatwave closure
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From Wednesday, skiers will once again be able to hit the slopes on the Theodul Glacier above Zermatt. The area was forced to close because of the heatwave.
One third of Switzerland’s animal and plant species under threat
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One third of Switzerland’s species face threats from habitat use, pollution and climate change, though conservation gains show promise.
Is it raining harder and harder? Yes, it’s not just your imagination
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Switzerland is seeing heavier downpours, and climate change could make them up to 30% more intense. Here’s what’s driving the trend.
UN Human Rights Council in Geneva calls for safeguards on AI
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In its first resolution on the issue, the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva warned of the threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
