Switzerland

Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps. Its cities contain medieval quarters, with landmarks like capital Bern’s Zytglogge clock tower and Lucerne’s wooden chapel bridge.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Swiss Agency Recognizes Uber Driver As An Employee
Swiss Agency Recognizes Uber Driver As An Employee
January 06, 2017  |  International

A Swiss insurance agency has ruled that drivers working for ride-hailing company Uber are classified as employees rather than independent contractors. This designation means that...

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Swiss Buck The Trend, Embrace Their Cash
Swiss Buck The Trend, Embrace Their Cash
January 03, 2017  |  Cash

Despite the push toward a cashless society in many countries, residents in Switzerland are still in love with their cash, which is used regularly to purchase...

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Bitcoin Tracker: Bitcoin Flies High
Bitcoin Tracker: Bitcoin Flies High
December 02, 2016  |  Bitcoin

Only two days in, and December has already been good to bitcoin. This week saw bitcoin’s price jump over its previous 2016 high to reach...

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PYMNTS Daily Data Dive: Boku Expands Billing For Switzerland Spotify
PYMNTS Daily Data Dive: Boku Expands Billing For Switzerland Spotify
November 04, 2016  |  Daily Data Dive

Independent carrier billing company Boku announced Wednesday it expanded billing for Spotify music users in Switzerland. Six and a half million Swisscom subscribers can now...

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Boku Expands Carrier Billing To Switzerland-Based Spotify Customers
Boku Expands Carrier Billing To Switzerland-Based Spotify Customers
November 03, 2016  |  Payment Methods

Boku, an independent carrier billing company, announced Wednesday (Nov. 3) the expansion of carrier billing for Spotify music users in Switzerland. According to a blog...

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Switzerland Hopes To Relax FinTech Regulations, Boost Competition
Switzerland Hopes To Relax FinTech Regulations, Boost Competition
November 02, 2016  |  Regulation

Finextra reported that Switzerland’s Federal Council is attempting to ease regulations on FinTech firms by the beginning of next year. The council has introduced a...

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Is Zurich Europe’s Next Great FinTech Hub?
Is Zurich Europe’s Next Great FinTech Hub?
September 30, 2016  |  International

Zurich may not be at the top of the tech hub list in Europe just yet, but it surely aspires to be. Banking and finance...

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Bitcoin Blushing With Secret Admirers
Bitcoin Blushing With Secret Admirers
September 09, 2016  |  Bitcoin

Bitcoin news this week will appeal to the more sensitive type, with news of young love and commitment. Investors in the digital currency are buying...

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Swiss Mobile Wallet To Challenge Apple
Swiss Mobile Wallet To Challenge Apple
September 06, 2016  |  Mobile Payments

Apple is facing a new competitor in the mobile wallet market, thanks to a joint venture between two Swiss companies, reports said on Monday (Sept....

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