Browsing: Switzerland
Swiss-based, New York-listed running shoe business On is on an upward sprint. Its signature cratered shoes have become a favorite…
WHO’s new AI-powered chatbot SARAH is available 24/7 and in eight languages – but it’s blundering some answers
The World Health Organization is wading into the world of AI to provide basic health information through a human-like avatar.…
Group of Swiss women win the first-ever climate case victory in Europe’s highest human rights court
Europe’s highest human rights court ruled Tuesday that countries must better protect their people from the consequences of climate change, siding…
Four European countries just signed a free-trade agreement with India—and committed to invest $100 billion
India signed a trade agreement with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland on Sunday that includes a commitment of $100 billion…
Swiss voters back boosting pensions—something they hadn’t done in 176 years—as high cost of living takes toll
Swiss voters backed a plan to raise pensions, the first time in the country’s history that social benefits got an increase…
Swiss commodities firm pays $661 million to settle ‘years-long bribery scheme involving high-level Ecuadoran officials’
Geneva-based commodities trading firm Gunvor said Friday that it has reached a $661 million settlement with U.S. and Swiss prosecutors…
Amid U.S. construction boom, world’s largest cement maker will spin off North American business, seek $30B valuation: ‘Two independent champions’
Holcim Ltd., the world’s largest cement maker, said Sunday it plans to separate its fast-growing North American business to pave…
Cartier-owner Richemont’s earnings may show the bright spot that luxury companies have been waiting for—demand from Chinese shoppers
Much of the luxury industry has been starved for good news that could bring it a glimmer of hope about…