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The global Microsoft exodus has begun

The decision by Switzerland to gradually reduce its reliance on products from Microsoft reflects a much broader global shift in technology policy. What is unfolding is not simply a matter of software preference, but a strategic rethinking of who controls data, infrastructure, and ultimately the digital future of the state.

21 Apr 2026-14:00
Why Switzerland is moving away from Microsoft — strategy, risks, and implications

21 Apr 2026-10:25
Why Switzerland is rethinking its reliance on Microsoft and proprietary systems

Switzerland is increasingly exploring a strategic transition away from reliance on proprietary software ecosystems, particularly those associated with Microsoft.

20 Apr 2026-21:20
Switzerland eyes gradual shift away from Microsoft software

20 Apr 2026-15:00
Roman cargo of 1,000 artifacts discovered in Lake Neuchâtel

In Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland, archaeologists have recovered a shipload of more than 1,000 very well preserved ceramic artefacts and swords dating from 20 to 50 AD. To avoid looting, the spectacular find was initially kept secret.

15 Apr 2026-14:14
France: 9-year-old boy rescued after year-long confinement in father's van

A nine-year-old boy has been rescued after living locked in his father’s utility van in eastern France for almost 18 months, according to the local prosecutor.The child has been hospitalised, and his father detained.

12 Apr 2026-06:37
Europe-led growth drives record $2B Korea biopharma exports

Korea’s biopharmaceutical exports rose to a record $2 billion in the first quarter, up 11.1 percent from a year earlier, as stronger demand from Europe helped offset a drop in shipments to the United States, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) said.

10 Apr 2026-11:50
Swiss banks launch tests for Swiss franc stablecoin use cases

A group of leading Swiss banks has launched a joint initiative to explore potential use cases for a Swiss franc-backed stablecoin, marking a new step toward integrating blockchain technology into traditional banking systems.

08 Apr 2026-11:40
Switzerland reacts to Israel death penalty law

Switzerland plans to summon Israel’s ambassador after the country’s parliament approved a controversial law allowing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of fatal attacks, triggering international criticism.

06 Apr 2026-10:27
Switzerland halts Patriot payments until US confirms delivery dates

Switzerland will continue to suspend payments for the Patriot air defense system until the US provides firm delivery dates and payment deadlines, the Swiss Federal Department of Defense announced on Wednesday.

01 Apr 2026-19:59

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