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How AI chatbots can make you buy almost anything – and why Swiss companies can’t ignore them

a hand clicking on a chatbot app on a smartphone

This content was published on Jun 26, 2026 AI chatbots are said to influence purchasing decisions three times more than Google. Can we still trust their recommendations?

Switzerland’s record June temperature broken

Climate adaptation

Switzerland records hottest June day ever

This content was published on Jun 25, 2026 Switzerland records its hottest June day at 37.2°C as the heatwave continues.

Earthquakes in Venezuela were also detectable in Switzerland

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Earthquakes in Venezuela were detectable in Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 25, 2026 Two deadly Venezuela earthquakes registered in Switzerland as experts assess local quake damage.

Climate solutions

Extreme heat impacts train travel in Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 25, 2026 Extreme heat is disrupting Swiss rail infrastructure, with minor delays and AC faults.

Heatwave danger level raised to 4 in the lowlands of Ticino

Climate adaptation

Authorities raise heatwave danger level in southern Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 24, 2026 The heatwave danger level was raised from 3 to 4 across much of canton Ticino on Wednesday.

Research project investigates gaps in the field of water-related crime

Research frontiers

Switzerland struggles to combat water-related crimes

This content was published on Jun 24, 2026 A new Swiss research project aims to tackle water-related crime.

Climate adaptation

Swiss study: five easy ways to stay cool in hot weather

This content was published on Jun 24, 2026 From menthol scents to smart ventilation, a Swiss researcher reveals five simple ways to reduce heat stress and stay comfortable at home – no air conditioner required.

Emissions reduction

Solar energy from railways shows first positive results in Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 23, 2026 The world’s first removable solar power plant, installed alongside a railway line, is now operational in Switzerland. It is attracting interest in Italy, France and Asia.

Fossil fuels and climate: an aerial view of the Chevron EL Segundo refinery, one of the largest petroleum processing facilities in California, US.

Emissions reduction

Swiss finance under scrutiny over climate impact

This content was published on Jun 23, 2026 This explainer shows where Swiss capital flows into fossil fuels, how authorities monitor those investments, and why their heavy carbon footprint abroad has become a political flashpoint.

Heatwave alert raised to level 4 in several regions

Climate adaptation

Heatwave alert raised to highest level in parts of Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 22, 2026 The area around Lake Neuchatel, Lake Biel and Lake Murten, along with the central Valais and the Lake Geneva regions have all moved to a high-risk level.

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