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UNCHAINING THE FUTURE
WHY SWITZERLAND FOR BLOCKCHAIN COMPANIES


10 REASONS WHY

Switzerland’s heritage of decentralization and technological prowess provides
the best launch pad for your blockchain project.


LEADING JURISDICTION FOR ICOS

The Swiss authorities are progressive, pragmatic and committed to building a
blockchain-friendly regulatory framework. In February 2018, the national
financial market authority, FINMA, became the first regulator in the world to
publish clear guidelines on ICOs. The guidelines recognize the innovative
potential of blockchain technology, clarify the application of financial market
legislation in handling enquiries from ICO organizers and classify tokens issued
during ICOs based on their economic function. In May 2018, the Geneva cantonal
authorities released the very first guide dedicated to supporting ICO project
promoters.


STARTING A COMPANY WITH CRYPTO

More than 60 companies have already used cryptoassets to either set up or inject
fresh capital into their enterprise in Switzerland. The first one was IndéNodes,
a company that mines tokens on the Komodo blockchain system. In December 2017,
the founders of IndéNodes used bitcoins instead of Swiss francs to cover the
minimum capital requirements to launch their company.


FORWARD-LOOKING INSTITUTIONS

Home to leading international organizations and to the world’s most advanced
blockchain ecosystem, Switzerland is the place to be for associations and global
bodies involved in shaping the future of blockchain technology. These include
the Crypto Valley Association, the Capital Markets and Technology Association,
the Global Blockchain Business Council, the Swiss Association of Crypto
Investors and the Swiss Blockchain Association.


SIX DIGITAL EXCHANGE

Switzerland’s stock exchange is building SIX Digital Exchange, the first market
infrastructure in the world to offer a fully integrated trading, settlement and
custody service for digital assets. The first services will be rolled out in
mid-2019. The new service will provide a safe environment for issuing and
trading digital assets, and enable the tokenization of existing securities and
non-bankable assets to make previously untradeable assets tradeable.


LEGAL AND BANKING SOLUTIONS

Western Switzerland boasts a comprehensive network of blockchain-savvy service
providers, from banks and law firms, to accounting, audit and tax experts. The
GGBa works with a number of law firms including DLT Law, HDC, ID EST, Leax
Avocats, Ochsner & Associés and Walder Wyss. It also collaborates with
commercial and private banks offering services to blockchain clients.


A NETWORK OF ADVISORS

The GGBa relies on a pool of competent and experienced advisors and consultants,
who are specialized in blockchain and DLT projects, as well as marketing and
event planning. Among them are the eBusiness Institute, InnMind, Psion Finance
and Swiss Crypto Advisors.


INNOVATION HUBS AND INCUBATORS

Western Switzerland’s innovation infrastructure supports the development of
blockchain ventures from the very early stages. Bordier Finlab, Fongit, Fusion’s
Blockchain Lab, InnoPeaks, and Y-Start offer seeding, incubation and
acceleration programs to foster the growth of blockchain products and start-ups.
At Coworking Neuchâtel, like-minded entrepreneurs can work and network in a
blockchain-driven environment.

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ACADEMIC AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

The offering of higher education in Western Switzerland is of an exemplary
standard, fostering talent and skills for innovation. The University of Geneva
and the CREA School offer continuing education programs in blockchain and DLT.
The Blockchain Lab of the HES-SO Valais/Wallis works on various research
projects in the eHealth, eServices, and eEnergy sectors. The Center for Digital
Trust (C4DT) combines EPFL’s renowned expertise in cybersecurity, sensitive data
protection and blockchain and smart-contracting technology with the capabilities
of 12 institutional and industrial partners. The Swiss Blockchain Winter School,
organized jointly by EPFL, ETHZ, and IC3, was held in Interlaken during the week
of February 10-15, 2019.


SUCCESSFUL PEER COMPANIES

Western Switzerland is home to a dynamic business community comprised of around
80 companies — and counting. Among them are well-established cryptofinance
platforms, promising start-ups and renowned large players. More and more
high-tech industrial companies choose Western Switzerland to carry out their ICO
or STO.


INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL EVENTS

Switzerland bustles with events and conferences to complement and enhance the
day-to-day business of its dynamic blockchain community. The country regularly
hosts internationally renowned blockchain events, such as the Blockchain
Leadership Summit, the Crypto Finance Conference, the Crypto Summit, the CV
Summit and the Geneva Annual Blockchain Congress. Informal meetups are organized
all year round by Fusion, InnMind, the Western Switzerland Chapter of the Crypto
Valley Association, and many others.



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SELECTED PEER COMPANIES

Alpine Tech
alpinetech.swiss
Altcoinomy
www.altcoinomy.com
Ambrosus
ambrosus.com
Arianee
arianee.org
Bancor
bancor.network
Bity
bity.com
Blockchain Partner
blockchainpartner.fr
Centreon
centreon.com
Cerealia
cerealia.ch
Cysec Systems
cysec.systems
EverdreamSoft
everdreamsoft.com
Grydl
grydl.com
Hardah
hardah.com
IBT
ibt.tech
Impresso Labs
impressoapp.com
Ipso Microelectronics
ipsomicro.com
Komgo
komgo.io
Ledgity
ledgity.com
Leva
leva.pe
Metaco
metaco.com
Mt Pelerin
mtpelerin.com
NEO Tracker
neotracker.io
OrbiNetwork
orbi.network
Peers Point
peerspoint.com
Pikcio
pikciochain.com
SecuTix
secutix.com
SICPA
sicpa.com
Swissbloc Capital
swissbloc.io
SwissBorg
swissborg.com
SwissTruth
swisstruth.ch
Sysmosoft
sysmosoft.com
Taurus Group
taurusgroup.ch
TokenData
tokendata.io
Tokenestate
tokenestate.io
WeCan.Fund
wecan.fund


EVENTS

Discover the latest blockchain developments through the most prestigious
specialists





TESTIMONIALS

Western Switzerland is a hotbed of blockchain development

Vincent Trouche, CEO, Tokenestate

“We received decisive support”

We received decisive support when establishing our blockchain fintech in Western
Switzerland. The cantonal authorities helped us with banking matters, an
incubator provided us with office space, and we met a thriving tech and
blockchain scene in the region. In addition, the region is home to a number of
private banks and asset managers, which is an important point for us.

We received decisive support when establishing our blockchain fintech in Western
Switzerland. The cantonal authorities helped us with banking matters, an
incubator provided us with office space, and w...
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Vincent Pignon, CEO, WeCan.Fund

“Western Switzerland is home to an outstanding blockchain ecosystem”

Switzerland has developed into the world’s leading location for the development
of blockchain technology. The regulation of digital assets and DLT in
Switzerland is a model of pragmatism and flexibility that allows for the growth
of blockchain companies. Western Switzerland’s outstanding blockchain ecosystem
also includes key industrial partners, active authorities and leading R&D
communities such as CERN and EPFL.

Switzerland has developed into the world’s leading location for the development
of blockchain technology. The regulation of digital assets and DLT in
Switzerland is a model of pragmatism and flexibili...
More

Patrick Trinkler, CEO, Cysec Systems

“Here we have found a strong human capital”

The idea behind blockchain is to transfer information in a way that guarantees
trust, transparency, integrity and traceability. At Cysec Systems, we have
decided to develop our solutions in Switzerland, the country that best embodies
these important values. Here we have found a strong human capital: the engineers
and cryptographers from EPFL, HEPIA and HEIG-VD are incredibly qualified. We
also benefit from powerful innovation support programs, such as Innosuisse,
Innovaud and the EPFL Innovation Park.

The idea behind blockchain is to transfer information in a way that guarantees
trust, transparency, integrity and traceability. At Cysec Systems, we have
decided to develop our solutions in Switzerlan...
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Vincent Mignon, Founder, Leax Avocats

“Understanding the challenges and opportunities of blockchain”

Western Switzerland in general and Neuchatel in particular were able to
understand very early on the challenges and opportunities of the blockchain
technology. This allowed the development of expertise at the legal, tax,
economic, banking and technical levels. Entrepreneurs put the odds on their side
by choosing Western Switzerland to achieve their objectives.

Western Switzerland in general and Neuchatel in particular were able to
understand very early on the challenges and opportunities of the blockchain
technology. This allowed the development of expertis...
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Florian Ducommun, Founder, HDC Law Firm

"Access to capital markets"

Both the Swiss government and the financial market supervisory authority (FINMA)
are welcoming fintech and blockchain businesses. The current legal framework in
Switzerland allows the self-issuance of tokens by companies, including in the
form of security tokens. This is a great opportunity for innovative companies
based in Switzerland to gain access to capital markets.

Both the Swiss government and the financial market supervisory authority (FINMA)
are welcoming fintech and blockchain businesses. The current legal framework in
Switzerland allows the self-issuance of...
More

Alexandre Karako, Director, Psion Finance

“A leading jurisdiction for ICOs”

Switzerland presents many advantages for blockchain companies. It is home to a
growing blockchain ecosystem and has an excellent reputation and a powerful
financial services industry. It is a leading jurisdiction for ICOs and one of
the best-ranked countries in terms of funding raised by ICOs. Last but
definitely not least, it will be at the forefront of the secondary market in
security token thanks to institutions like SIX Digital Exchange.

Switzerland presents many advantages for blockchain companies. It is home to a
growing blockchain ecosystem and has an excellent reputation and a powerful
financial services industry. It is a leading ...
More

Arnaud Salomon, CEO, Mt Pelerin

"A diverse and stimulating financial environment"

Western Switzerland gathers a rare mix of ingredients required for a blockchain
banking fintech like Mt Pelerin to thrive. It is of course one of the world’s
major banking hub, and it is extremely valuable for us to be at the heart of
such a diverse and stimulating financial environment. Local authorities are also
very proactive in supporting the blockchain ecosystem with constructive and
intelligent measures, and as a result we have a booming community that is unique
in the world.

Western Switzerland gathers a rare mix of ingredients required for a blockchain
banking fintech like Mt Pelerin to thrive. It is of course one of the world’s
major banking hub, and it is extremely val...
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Adrien Treccani, CEO, Metaco

"Working with highly talented and passionate engineers"

Blockchain was originally designed to compete with established banking models,
by offering a distributed, peer-to-peer payment currency. Recent years have
demonstrated that it has the potential to dramatically increase transparency,
trust, and cost-effectiveness in the financial sector as well. We founded Metaco
in Switzerland to be in one of the most active, innovative and trusted financial
centers in the world. The quality of life and our exceptional education system
allow us to work with highly talented and passionate engineers, while benefiting
from the continuous support and advisory of Swiss innovation programs.

Blockchain was originally designed to compete with established banking models,
by offering a distributed, peer-to-peer payment currency. Recent years have
demonstrated that it has the potential to dra...
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REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

Swiss legislation is designed to help the blockchain industry thrive

On 16 February 2018, FINMA became the first financial market authority in the
world to release clear guidelines for ICOs.
The guidelines can be found here:
www.finma.ch

On 28 May 2018, the State of Geneva issued a guide in support of ICO project
holders. It specifies the VAT liability and general tax treatment of tokens and
outlines the criteria to be met to gain the support of the cantonal authorities.
The Geneva ICO guide can be found here:
www.ge.ch

On 14 December 2018, the Swiss Federal Council published a report on the legal
framework for blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT). The document
shows that Switzerland’s legal framework is well suited to dealing with these
new technologies. It also reaffirms the country’s commitment to creating the
best possible framework conditions for fintech and blockchain companies.
The Federal Council report can be found here:
www.admin.ch

On 11 September 2019, following a request from the Geneva-based Libra
Association, FINMA published a supplement to its ICO guidelines outlining how it
treats so-called stable coins under Swiss supervisory law.
The information can be found here:
www.finma.ch


LATEST NEWS

Find out about the latest blockchain developments in Switzerland

7 December 2022|
 * Blockchain


SAPORO RAISES EUR 4 MILLION TO HELP COMPANIES PREVENT CYBERATTACKS

Vaud-based start-up Saporo has raised EUR 4 million to expand its cyberattack
prevention product and bring it to more European countries. Using graph theory
and artificial intelligence, Saporo aims to protect SMEs with predictive stress
tests that identify potential cyberattack paths. After a successful product
launch in January 2022, Saporo saw its customer base triple. The start-up […]

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17 May 2022|
 * Blockchain


ORIGYN FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH WATCHBOX TO BRING WATCHMAKING INTO A NEW ERA

ORIGYN, the Neuchâtel-based foundation dedicated to identifying, authenticating,
and unlocking the powers of ownership for objects of value, has partnered with
WatchBox, the global leader in collectible luxury timepieces.
ORIGYN and WatchBox will collaborate to produce Utility NFTs, which enables the
ownership of luxury watches to become digitally tradable, efficiently unlocking
secondary market liquidity. Buyers of these watches, […]

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