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Switzerland can play a leading role in quantum technology through strategic investment
The Swiss Quantum Strategy, which was published on Wednesday, demonstrates how Switzerland defends its leading role in quantum technology through the development and marketing of technologies on an international level. Coordinated action and strategic impulses are required for this purpose at the interface between science, economics and politics. Swiss Quantum Commission experts from the Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) penned the strategy in the context of the Swiss Quantum Initiative on behalf of the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation.
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‘The future is by no means set in stone’ – Vice-Chancellor Rachel Salzmann on Switzerland in 2040
What will Switzerland look like in 2040? In its report ‘Perspectives for Switzerland 2040’, the Federal Chancellery outlines three possible futures and derives six areas for political action from them. In an interview with the SATW, Vice-Chancellor Rachel Salzmann explains why the future is by no means set in stone, why she describes the scenarios not as bleak but as challenging, and where Switzerland could take a leading role in technology.Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences SATW
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Fair data use starts with asking the right questions
Data helps businesses to better understand their target groups and tailor their offerings more effectively. However, not everything that is technically possible is also responsible. How can SMEs ensure that they use data fairly and transparently? The Data Fairness Label from Swiss Insights offers practical guidance on this.Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences SATW
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Machine learning demystified: understanding superhuman performance
Artificial intelligence can outperform humans in certain tasks. But how meaningful are such achievements, and where are the limits? The key factors are the quality of the training data, realistic performance tests and the transparency of the results. What businesses need to know to deploy AI systems reliably.