Zurich's AI startups now attract 42% of venture capital as traditional fintech consolidates. Discover how ETH Innovation Park is reshaping the city's tech ecosystem.
Moving to Switzerland's largest city means embracing a lifestyle defined by precision, accessibility and an almost obsessive commitment to quality—traits that set it apart from London, Singapore and New York.
As tech companies trim their real estate footprint and international investors hunt for yields, Zurich's commercial property sector reflects broader economic crosscurrents.
With early-stage funding reaching unprecedented levels, the city's tech corridors from Europaallee to Altstetten are becoming Europe's answer to Silicon Valley.
From the Bürkliplatz weekend gatherings to Wiedikon's hidden gem stalls, Zurich's local markets reveal far more than retail—they showcase the city's true character and community bonds.
A contentious decision on mixed-use development in Wiedikon and Altstetten could reshape affordability across the city—or deepen the squeeze on ordinary residents.
As rents in central districts soar past CHF 3,500 monthly for one-bedroom flats, the city's housing authorities outline competing visions for tackling affordability.
As the city transforms into an open-air cultural laboratory, the calendar of events—from Zurich Loves You to Street Parade—reveals how festivals now drive the city's identity as much as its banking sector.
As rents in the neighbourhood soar past 3,500 francs for a two-bedroom, residents and city planners face a pivotal decision about density, affordability, and the future of the district.
As the city pursues ambitious tech-driven governance, officials and residents grapple with surveillance risks, equity gaps, and the fundamental question of who controls urban data.
As illegal murals proliferate across Wiedikon and Aussersihl, the tension between urban artists and authorities has reached a tipping point—and locals are firmly picking sides.
