AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoZurich AI Push: The canton of Zurich will spend CHF2.76m upfront (plus CHF3.87m a year) on “SynerKI” to roll AI tools from pilots into everyday public administration, with a secure platform for sensitive data. PFAS Vote: A Swiss ETH Zurich–environment ministry panel finds strong support for tighter “forever chemicals” rules, including stricter limits for food and drinking water and product labelling—yet most people say PFAS awareness hasn’t changed what they buy. EU Border Talks: Switzerland has asked the EU for more flexibility on the Entry/Exit System at airports, seeking the ability to pause it longer in exceptional cases. SME Outlook: Despite cost pressure and uncertainty, 86% of Swiss SMEs expect to still be operating in ten years, according to an Axa Switzerland/Sotomo labour market study. World Cup & Energy: Argentina’s electricity use drops sharply on match days, with a repeated pattern suggesting production halts during games. Business/Finance: Revolut says USDT delisting is limited to EEA and Switzerland under MiCA rules.
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