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8-month challenge
100 innovation projects
3 pitches in front of a jury
1 award winning ceremony
500 hours support program
What is the Swiss Innovation Challenge?
The Swiss Innovation Challenge is an innovation support program with award competition, in which 3 finalists and one award winner are selected from over 100 innovation projects in three rounds ("pitches"). The participants in the competition are SMEs and start-ups from all over Switzerland. The competition lasts eight months. During this time, participants can attend free, user-oriented seminars. In addition, participants have access to mentoring and coaching programmes in which they are supported and encouraged with practical knowledge. In addition to these benefits, the participants and their innovation projects profit from networking events and various publicity measures. The award ceremony will take place in front of more than 3,000 spectators on the occasion of the "Tag der Wirtschaft" in the St. Jakobshalle Basel. Find out more about the process here.
AWARD WINNING CEREMONY 2025
1. Place MoleSensePreventive maternity medicine
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MoleSense develops molecular wearables for pregnancy: sensor patches continuously monitor biochemical and biophysical markers and link them to biology-aware AI. This enables earlier detection of risks, improved diagnoses and fewer complications – remotely, non-invasively and predictively. As an EPFL spin-off, MoleSense is advancing preventive maternity medicine and integrating the technology into clinical processes. The goal: less stress and lower costs.
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2. Place Aurigin.aiAudio deepfake detection |
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aurigin.ai protects companies from AI voice fraud: The platform detects audio deepfakes in real time via API or desktop app with >98% accuracy in 40+ languages. A holistic model checks voice, content and emotions, alerts immediately and strengthens voice authentication, video meetings, brand and management protection. Flexible deployments (cloud, on-device, on-prem) preserve data sovereignty and work seamlessly. Aurigin.ai integrates into communication channels and needs only 3 seconds of audio to efficiently deliver results against financial damage.
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3. Place Novonexile AGBone and tissue fillers |
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NovoNexile develops flowable, instant-setting bone and tissue fillers as well as membranes (NovoOSS, NovoMEM) for targeted regeneration. The paste-like materials can be inserted into any defect in a minimally invasive and precise manner, adapt to the shape and harden stably. This shortens procedures, reduces tissue trauma and promotes the formation of natural bone. The technology serves as a platform (Synmatrix) – currently used primarily in dentistry and oral surgery, but with potential for further applications in the future.
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Special price VAULTED AGPrefabricated concrete ceilings |
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VAULTED builds prefabricated concrete ceilings that save a lot of material thanks to a clever, arched rib design. This means that significantly less concrete and steel are needed, reducing weight and CO₂ emissions. The elements are produced in the factory, assembled on site and can later be dismantled and reused. This makes new buildings and renovations faster, cheaper and noticeably more sustainable.
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Sponsoring
Are you interested in a partnership or sponsorship? Then you will find all the important information and contact details in our sponsorship brochure.
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Reasons why you should get involved.
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"Well-organised"
"Strong pitches" "Strong jury" |
"Enriching"
"Motivating" "Engaging" |
"Great seminars"
"High-profile speakers" "Cool platform" |