Startups.ch Blog

Your company, your path: inspiration, knowledge & success stories for founders in Switzerland. Here you will find tips, tools and insider knowledge to found your company carefree or take it to the next level!

ALV für Unternehmer:innen: Das ändert sich jetzt in der Schweiz

A new Swiss law gives owner-managers access to unemployment benefits under clear, defined conditions — without requiring them to fully dissolve their company first.

Starting an Online Store: Why We Recommend EasyShip

EasyShip helps online stores scale with Swiss fulfillment, fast integrations, and flexible conditions. Ideal for entrepreneurs looking to grow efficiently.

Newly founded companies in Switzerland (May 2026): Significant Decline Compared with Last Year

3,999 new companies were founded in May 2026 (-12.6%). Zurich and Eastern Switzerland posted the largest declines, while Central Switzerland achieved modest growth.

The A3F Tech Conference brings together the Swiss startup and tech scene

Inspiring speakers, excellent networking opportunities, and cutting-edge topics such as AI and robotics made the A3F Tech Conference a highlight of the Swiss tech community.

Newly founded companies in Switzerland (April 2026): slight increase

Company formations in Switzerland increased slightly in April 2026 to 4,574. Compared with the previous year, this represents growth of 0.4%.

Bootstrapping: What does it mean – and is it worth it?

Bootstrapping enables independence and market focus, but limits scaling speed. Cohaga used this foundation strategically for their first investor round in 2026.

Portrait: Isabel Bischof, Fabio Mätzler & Cohaga

Cohaga was founded in 2020 out of genuine market demand, grew for six years bootstrapped, and now counts over 2,000 clients. In 2026 came the first external investment.

From an idea to sustainable dental care: the story of how Kiyo was founded

Kiyo shows how a simple question can lead to the creation of a successful start-up. The key factors are consistent execution, a customer-focused approach and perseverance.

Tips for Startups & Entrepreneurs

From product development to growth strategy to AI opportunities: Cohaga gives practical recommendations for founders who want to build sustainably.