🇨🇭 Tech Events in Switzerland

ICBDAIT 2026 will be held in Zurich, Switzerland on 03 Aug 2026, focusing on big data, artificial intelligence, and IoT

International Conference on Big Data and Artificial Intelligence and IoT(ICBDAIT) is a prestigious event organized with a motivation to provide an excellent international platform for the academicians, researchers, engineers, industrial participants and budding students around the world to SHARE their research findings with the global experts. ICBDAIT 2026 will be held in Zurich,Switzerland on 03rd Aug-04th Aug 2026.

Visit Us: https://arsss.org/Conference/68825/ICBDAIT/

Paper Submission: https://arsss.org/paper_submission.php?type=Presenter&cid=68825

ARSSS Contact Details

Ms.GITANJALI PRADHAN

For any query kindly Mail us to

connect.arsss@gmail.com or info@arsss.org

Contact Details: +91 8895188998

Any problem kindly contact this number

Official Website:https://arsss.org

All ages, professions, and students welcome. Most of us have heard AI can change how we work, but few of us outside tech actually know how to use it well: ethically, sustainably, and securely. This group is for anyone outside the tech world who wants to build real, practical AI skills, the kind that save time and sharpen your thinking from day one.
You'll see how AI can:

• Help you research without getting confidently wrong answers

We'll also map out everything else AI can do for your daily work, from drafting hard emails and summarizing long documents to breaking down big goals and preparing for tough conversations.
No tech background needed.
Bring a real task or decision you're working on, and you'll leave with something you can use immediately. Donations welcome, this is for covering the 50 CHF cost of hosting and booking the space and room for this workshop.

Summer has finally arrived, meaning that there is no better time to squat the terraces !

Join us to share a drink with web passionates.
Sunset ☀️ lake 🏖, beers 🍻, food 🍢 & friends 💃🕺- what else ?

SAVE THE DATE : Tuesday, August 4th from 6pm !

We will take care of booking a table.

For your part, sit back and enjoy the sun.
We booked a table at “Jetée de la Compagnie” a lakeside bar located on the shores of Lake Leman in Lausanne.
Poke us on Twitter in case you’re lost !

In case of rainy weather, don't worry! We'll locate an alternative venue in Lausanne that has indoor seating.
Feel free to come and go when you feel like it - no pressure. See you there !

Come and experience the infamous DC4131 hacker meetup vibe! 👾🍻

Please find more event specific info's on our webpage.

If you have any location specific questions, reach out to the local BoT Master, otherwise please don't hesitate to contact the board through our website.

Did someone say SWAG?! – That’s right! :D
We have a refreshed swag shop where you can now purchase the latest and sexiest DC4131 Swag, all locally sourced and produced – All options and details can be found here: DC4131 Swag Shop

We are also on Discord :) Come say hi!

The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to pass an exam certifying you as an ISTQB® Certified Tester

ISTQB Foundation training

Language: English
Duration: 3 days

The Business outcomes expected of a candidate who has achieved the Foundation Level certification are as follows:

• Understand what testing is and why it is beneficial
• Understand fundamental concepts of software testing
• Identify the test approach and activities to be implemented depending on the context of testing
• Assess and improve the quality of documentation
• Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of testing
• Align the test process with the software development lifecycle
• Understand test management principles
• Write and communicate clear and understandable defect reports
• Understand the factors that influence the priorities and efforts related to testing
• Work as part of a cross-functional team
• Know risks and benefits related to test automation
• Identify essential skills required for testing
• Understand the impact of risk on testing
• Effectively report on test progress and quality

This event is local and held in German and English

Our casual Bitcoin Zurich Meetup is for newcomers and veterans alike.

Open discussion, no organised speakers or topics. Feel free to discuss all sorts of Bitcoin topics. Please refrain from investment seeking, sales or unsolicited advertisement of any kind.

We appreciate reliable people who show up when registered or cancel their registration when they change their mind ;-)

The location manager of INSIDER BAR asks for reliable number of reservations. Please maintain your registrations accordingly. Thank you!
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Consumption to be paid at the Bar individually. The Bar team is orange pilled and take Bitcoin Tipps over Lightning.

Unser zwangloses Bitcoin Zürich Meetup ist für Neulinge und Veteranen gleichermassen geeignet.

Offene Diskussion, keine organisierten Redner oder Themen. Du kannst gerne über alle möglichen Bitcoin-Themen diskutieren. Bitte unterlasse die Suche nach Investitionen, Verkäufe oder unaufgeforderte Werbung jeglicher Art.

Wir freuen uns über verlässliche Teilnehmer, die sich anmelden oder abmelden, wenn sie ihre Meinung ändern ;-)

Der Locationmanager der INSIDER BAR bittet um eine zuverlässige Anzahl von Reservierungen. Bitte halte deine Anmeldungen entsprechend aktuell.
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Der Verzehr ist an der Bar individuell zu bezahlen. Das Bar-Team ist orange gepillt und nimmt Bitcoin-Tipps über Lightning entgegen.

Explore how Generative AI is reshaping society and workplaces, enhancing productivity and innovation.

Welcome to Generative AI for Society and Workplace!

Dive into the transformative world of Generative AI with this workshop, designed to empower professionals to harness the latest AI technologies for both societal and workplace innovation. Through a series of engaging modules, participants will explore foundational concepts, and advanced applications, with real-world use cases.

This workshop will provide the tools and knowledge needed to effectively integrate Generative AI into various business processes, navigate ethical considerations, and lead AI-driven initiatives. Join us to become a pivotal force in shaping the future of your industry with Generative AI.

Claim a 5% Discount on this workshop, click here to access!

Why Learn About Generative AI

Generative AI stands at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries by enabling new ways to create content, automate processes, and analyze data.

This knowledge empowers professionals to lead in the adoption of cutting-edge tools that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency, prepare for future challenges, and drive sustainable growth in an increasingly AI-integrated world.

01) Innovation and Creativity

Generative AI opens new avenues for creativity and innovation, allowing for the generation of novel ideas, designs, and solutions that can transform industries.

02) Efficiency and Automation

It significantly enhances efficiency, automating routine tasks and analyzing complex data sets quickly, freeing up human resources for more strategic activities.

03) Competitive Advantage

Understanding and implementing Generative AI technologies provides a significant competitive edge, helping organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

What You'll Gain from this Workshop 01) Comprehensive Skill Development

Develop a deep understanding of Generative AI, mastering foundational concepts, and advanced applications to implement AI solutions effectively in their organizations.

02) Practical Application and Automation Strategies

Gain practical insights and experience through real-world use cases and exercises, learning to integrate Generative AI into business processes to boost efficiency and drive innovation.

03) Ethical Understanding and Risk Management

Explore AI's ethical implications, understand potential risks, and learn strategies for responsible deployment to meet industry standards.

04) Leadership and Innovation Preparation

Learn how to lead AI-driven projects and foster innovation within their teams, positioning themselves as forward-thinking leaders in their respective fields.

Who Should Attend 01) Business Leaders & Executives

Senior professionals exploring strategic AI integrations for operational and competitive advancements.

02) HR Professionals and Policy Makers

Ideal for those keen to navigate the ethical, regulatory, and workforce challenges presented by AI technologies.

03) Innovators and Technologists

Entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts seeking to leverage AI for new business solutions and societal impact.

A Hackergarten is a friendly, hands-on event where developers, designers, and open source enthusiasts come together to contribute to real projects. No talks, just hands-on. Contributions can include fixing bugs, implementing features, exploring new tech, doing design work, or even hacking on hardware. No prior open source experience is required. Just bring your curiosity and a laptop. We work in pairs or small groups, and you can either bring your own project or join one on-site. The event is free, with drinks, snacks, and pizza provided. We speak both English and German. Come and join us, meet awesome people, and let’s have a great evening together!

More information about Hackergarten events can be found on the Hackergarten website: https://www.hackergarten.net/

<p> Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Zurich! </p> <p>Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more ~</p> <br /> <h3>Event Details</h3> <p>

The hardest part of AI transformation isn't the technology. It's the humans. Join other tech leaders for an honest reckoning.

Everyone's talking tools, timelines, ROI. Almost no one is talking about what it actually feels like to lead a team through AI-driven change. The fear underneath "just implement it." The resistance you can't quite name. The quiet sense that the deal between employer and employee is being rewritten — while everyone pretends it's business as usual.

This Tech Leadership Circle is for leaders looking to bridge that gap.

We're bringing tech leaders together to look honestly at how AI is reshaping organisations from the inside — workflows, roles, culture, trust.

Three senior tech leaders join our panel to share what's worked, and what hasn't, as they've navigated their own teams through AI-driven change:

• Marco-Andrea Buchmann, Head of Applied Science at Zalando
• Dr. Maria Fay, Business AI Strategy Lead Switzerland at SAP
• Irina Wolf, Team Lead Hardware at Wingtra

There will be a chance to bring your questions to the panel and have them answered by the experts. Come curious and leave with new insights.

Agenda

17:45 - Doors open

18:00 - Intro and welcome by Hello 50:50 World

18:05 - Panel discussion and Q&A

18:50 - Conclusions and final remarks

19:00 - Networking & Apéro

20:15 - End

Who should join?

Mid-level tech leaders and managers - Team Leads, Tech Leads, (Senior) Managers, Product Managers, People Managers, Department Heads - anyone guiding their team through AI-driven change who wants to do it thoughtfully, not just quickly.

Code of Conduct

We aspire to create a safe space for everyone. Attendees are asked to respect our Code of Conduct.

Please be aware that we will take pictures during the event which can be published on our website and social media channels and can be reused for marketing purposes at a later stage. If you do not want your pictures to be used, please contact our team during the event.

Hello 50:50 World

Hello 50:50 World is a movement and a non-profit association. We are many, we are here to stay and we make tech more humane. We host regular meetups and events on relevant tech topics, we host a podcast, and we design & build apps for a more equitable world.

Come and experience the infamous DC4131 hacker meetup vibe! 👾🍻

Please find more event specific info's on our webpage.

If you have any location specific questions, reach out to the local BoT Master, otherwise please don't hesitate to contact the board through our website.

Did someone say SWAG?! – That’s right! :D
We have a refreshed swag shop where you can now purchase the latest and sexiest DC4131 Swag, all locally sourced and produced – All options and details can be found here: DC4131 Swag Shop

We are also on Discord :) Come say hi!

🎓 PRESENTATION tous les mois sur le fonctionnement et l'utilisation de Bitcoin ou sujet annexes.

🤝 SESSION NETWORKING CONVIVIALE au bar vers 20h après la présentation C’est l’occasion idéale d’échanger entre Bitcoiners passionnés, en devenir, débutants et confirmés.

₿ ENTRÉE GRATUITE – Toutes les consommations au bar sont payables en bitcoins.

🚀🚀🚀 Suivez-nous et discutez sur nos réseaux: Telegram, nostr, Orange Club, X, LinkedIn, Luma et Meetup.

🇬🇧🇺🇸 Join our Bitcoin on-boarding and networking session, open to everyone and delivered in both French and English.

The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to pass an exam certifying you as an ISTQB® Certified Tester

ISTQB Foundation training

Language: English
Duration: 3 days

The Business outcomes expected of a candidate who has achieved the Foundation Level certification are as follows:

• Understand what testing is and why it is beneficial
• Understand fundamental concepts of software testing
• Identify the test approach and activities to be implemented depending on the context of testing
• Assess and improve the quality of documentation
• Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of testing
• Align the test process with the software development lifecycle
• Understand test management principles
• Write and communicate clear and understandable defect reports
• Understand the factors that influence the priorities and efforts related to testing
• Work as part of a cross-functional team
• Know risks and benefits related to test automation
• Identify essential skills required for testing
• Understand the impact of risk on testing
• Effectively report on test progress and quality

The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to pass an exam certifying you as an ISTQB® Certified Test Manager

ISTQB test manager training

Language: English
Duration: 3 days

The Business outcomes expected of a candidate who has achieved the Test Manager certification are as follows:

• Manage testing in various software development projects by applying test management processes established for the project team or test organization
• Identify test stakeholders and software development lifecycle models that are relevant in a given context
• Organize risk identification and risk assessment sessions within any software development lifecycle and use the results to guide testing to meet the test objectives
• Define a project test strategy consistent with the organizational test strategy and project context
• Continuously monitor and control testing to achieve project goals
• Assess and report test progress to project stakeholder
• Identify necessary skills and develop those skills within your team
• Prepare and present a business case for testing in different contexts that outlines the costs and expected benefits
• Lead test process improvement activities in projects or software development product streams and contribute to organizational test process improvement initiatives
• Plan the test activities including the required test infrastructure and estimate the effort required to test
• Create defect reports and a defect workflow suitable for a software development lifecycle

Come test demos and prototypes of the region.

As usual, everybody is welcome to bring their own game to test! Be it a video game prototype or a board / tabletop game.

2-hours live online training to help you understand the NFTs.

The workshop presents you with an opportunity to understand the basic concepts of NFT’s (Non-Fungible Tokens), and what makes them so special in today’s technologically advanced world.

We aim to empower you with concrete knowledge and understanding of various dynamics of NFT’s and enable you to get started with the decentralized new economy and its benefits over centralized finance.

Would you like a 5% discount on this training? Click here to get the discount code.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the basics of NFT's (Non-Fungible Tokens).
• Discover Use Cases applied to various industries.
• Learn about getting into NFT's
• Understanding the risks and benefits of investing in NFT.

Agenda:

• Blockchain Fundamentals
• The decentralized Layer
• Blockchain-based NFT's
• History of NFT's
• NFT's market
• Busting the myths around NFT's
• The future of NFT's
• Questions & Answers

Prerequisite:

No prior knowledge of blockchain or NFT's (Non-Fungible Tokens) is required.

Who can participate:

Anyone with an interest in NFT's (Non-Fungible Tokens), new economy, generation of bankless, cryptocurrency, and trading.

By the end of this course, you will have:

• Sound understanding of various aspects of NFTs (Non Fungible Tokens).
• Ability to make informed decisions about choosing your next investment opportunities in NFT space.
• Certificate of attainment.

Note:

• Subject to Terms & Conditions. Individual pricing only, for corporates, please contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com.
• If you are looking for alternate payment options, please contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com.
• Any advice or suggestion shared during the workshop is not financial advice. You should consider your circumstances before making an investment. Trading digital currencies is a high-risk investment, and due consideration should be taken before making any investment decision.
• It will be a live online event. The link will be shared after you register for the event.
• T his workshop is conducted in English language. For any other language support, please contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com.

FAQs

What can I bring to the event?

A curious mind. :)

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You can contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com

Will I get any documents for attending this workshop?

Yes. You will receive a BSS attainment certificate after the workshop.

Is the certificate shareable on social media (e.g. LinkedIn)?

Yes. It is a digital certificate ,and you can share it with your peers/colleagues via social media (e.g. LinkedIn).

Is there any group discount?

Yes. Please reach out via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com

What's the refund policy?

Upto 30 days before the event. Please contact us in case you need to make any changes.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No need. It is a webinar and all you would need is a working computer and internet connection.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes. Please let us know up until 48 hours before the event.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes. Please let us know up until 48 hours before the event.

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Monthly Bitcoin Meetup at the Department 66 cocktail bar in Bern. There are no organized talks or anything similar, just ourselves exchanging experiences and ideas and having great discussions. Open to everybody. Always on the second Thursday of the month, 19:00 - open-end

You can pay for your drinks with Bitcoin over the Lightning Network. So make sure to bring your Lightning wallet or ask us about how to set one up when you join.

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Monatliches Bitcoin Meetup in der Department 66 Cocktail Bar in Bern, immer am zweiten Donnerstag des Monats ab 19:00 Uhr - bis fertig.
Jeder darf vorbei kommen, auch wenn du noch wenig oder gar keine Ahnung von Bitcoin hast.
Wir tauschen uns jeweils in gemütlichen Diskussionsrunden rund zum Thema Bitcoin aus.

Du kannst deine Getränke an der Bar mit Bitcoin über das Lightning Network bezahlen. Also bring dein Lightning Wallet mit oder frage uns nach dem "Teilnehmen" wie mann eins aufsetzt.

Telegram-Kanal von "Bern Monthly Bitcoin Meetup": https://t.me/+ShbghaNIgI_nQw3E

Unser Stammtisch für Krypto, Aktien, Startups, Immobilien & sonstige Investments findet immer am 2. Freitag des Monats ab 18:00 Uhr statt. Seit über 3 Jahren treffen wir uns monatlich.

Der Stammtisch in Bern wurde ursprünglich ins Leben gerufen, damit sich die Krypto-Community regelmäßig treffen kann, um über aktuelle Entwicklungen zu diskutieren und zu philosophieren.

Der Stammtisch und unsere Konversationen haben sich über die Jahre weiterentwickelt. Von Kryptos, Aktien, Startups, Immobilien und anderen Anlagentypen hin zu relevanten wirtschaftlichen, geopolitischen und gesellschaftlichen Entwicklungen. Wenn dich diese Themen interessieren, bist du bei uns herzlich willkommen!

Lerne mehr über Kryptos, Aktien, Startups, Immobilien und sonstige Investments, indem du dich bei einem kalten Bier und/oder einem guten Essen mit anderen Krypto-Enthusiasten, Trader & Investoren, Entwicklern und Unternehmern austauschst.

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Our Stammtisch about crypto, stocks, startups, real estate & other investments always takes place on the 2nd Friday of the month starting 18:00. We have been meeting monthly for over 3 years.

The Stammtisch in Bern was originally set up so that the crypto community could meet regularly to discuss and philosophize about current developments.

The Stammtisch and our conversations have evolved over the years. From cryptos, stocks, startups, real estate and other types of investments to relevant economic, geopolitical and social developments. If you are interested in these topics, you are welcome to join us!

Learn more about cryptos, stocks, startups, real estate and other investments by exchanging ideas with other crypto enthusiasts, traders & investors, developers and entrepreneurs over a cold beer and/or a good meal.

Come and experience the infamous DC4131 hacker meetup vibe! 👾🍻

Please find more event specific infos on our webpage.

Please look to formally pre-sign up via the local BoT Master. If you have any location specific questions, otherwise please don't hesitate to contact the board through our website.

Did someone say SWAG?! – That’s right! :D
We have a refreshed swag shop where you can now purchase the latest and sexiest DC4131 Swag, all locally sourced and produced – All options and details can be found here: DC4131 Swag Shop

We are also on Discord :) Come say hi!

Come and experience the infamous DC4131 hacker meetup vibe! 👾🍻

Please find more event specific infos on our webpage.

Please look to formally pre-sign up via the local BoT Master. If you have any location specific questions, otherwise please don't hesitate to contact the board through our website.

Did someone say SWAG?! – That’s right! :D
We have a refreshed swag shop where you can now purchase the latest and sexiest DC4131 Swag, all locally sourced and produced – All options and details can be found here: DC4131 Swag Shop

We are also on Discord :) Come say hi!

The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to pass an exam certifying you as an ISTQB® Certified AI Tester

ISTQB AI testing training

Language: English
Duration: 3 days

The Business outcomes expected of a candidate who has achieved the AI Tester certification are as follows:

• Understand the current state and expected trends of AI

• Experience the implementation and testing of a ML model and recognize where testers can best influence its quality

• Understand the challenges associated with testing AI-Based systems, such as their self-learning capabilities, bias, ethics, complexity, non-determinism, transparency and explainability

• Contribute to the test strategy for an AI-Based system

• Design and execute test cases for AI-based systems

• Recognize the special requirements for the test infrastructure to support the testing of AI-based systems

• Understand how AI can be used to support software testing

• Know risks and benefits related to test automation

• Identify essential skills required for testing

• Understand the impact of risk on testing

• Effectively report on test progress and quality

Am 19. August 2026 dürfen wir euch zu einem weiteren Cloud Native Meetup in Bern begrüssen. Es erwarten uns bei der PostFinance in Bern Talks zu spannenden Themen.

16:30 – Türöffnung
17:00 – Begrüssung
17:10 – Sandboxing für Hypothesen-Testing auf AWS (Cedric Boesiger und Tim Reber, PostFinance)
17:40 – Gateway API: More Than an Ingress Replacement (Joshua Leuenberger, Bedag)
18:10 – Pause
18:20 – Kubernetes based WAF (Kevin Klopfenstein, buzz-it)
18:50 – Apéro

Sprache: Deutsch/Englisch, je nach Präferenz der Speaker*innen.
Wir freuen uns riesig, euch wieder bei uns zu begrüssen und gemeinsam in den Feierabend zu starten. Bis bald!
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Wer selbst einen Talk an einem unserer Meetups halten möchte, ist herzlich eingeladen, die Organisator*innen zu kontaktieren. Wir sind auch immer auf der Suche nach Sponsor*innen fürs Hosting und Catering.

Soirée Spéciale , on fait tout en terrasse autour d'un verre et de laptops.

Présentation et beta-testing d'un projet ludique qui sera présenté à la Blender Conference à Amsterdam

Venez participer à cette chasse au trésor sociale et geek au cœur des fichiers Blender.
Explorez les maillages, les faces, les collections, les matériaux, les animations, les scripts, etc. d’un fichier .blend et trouvez le code pour passer au niveau suivant.

Amenez vos laptop avec Blender pour participer si vous avez.

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Come to participate in this geeky social treasure hunt inside of blender files and around blender community

Search the meshes, faces, collections, materials, animations, script, etc... of a .blend file and get the code to reach the next level.

Warum reicht eine Führungsperson nicht mehr?

Ari Byland stellt das Co-Leadership-Modell vor drei Rollen, geteilte Verantwortung, mehr Wirkung.

Viele Organisationen haben agile Teams eingeführt, Rollen definiert und Transformationen angestossen – und trotzdem das Gefühl, dass irgendetwas nicht stimmt.

Entscheidungen dauern zu lang. Einzelne Personen tragen zu viel. Und die Energie im Team bleibt hinter den Erwartungen zurück.

Ari Byland, Organisationsentwickler und Autor des Buchs «Wirksame Muster für lernende Organisationen», zeigt, warum das klassische Führungsmodell bei steigender Komplexität strukturell an seine Grenzen stösst – und was ein anderer Ansatz leisten kann.

Im Mittelpunkt steht das Co-Leadership-Modell: Führungsverantwortung auf drei gleichwertige Rollen verteilt – Product Owner, Teamcoach und People Experience. Nicht als theoretisches Konstrukt, sondern als gelebtes Muster aus der Schweizer Praxis.

Die Session gibt Orientierung, stellt Thesen zur Diskussion und lässt Raum für den Austausch mit anderen, die ähnliche Fragen kennen.

Zielgruppe
Führungskräfte, Agile Coaches, Scrum Master, Product Owner und Organisationsentwickler:innen, die spüren, dass das klassische Führungsmodell in ihrer Organisation zu viele Kompromisse produziert – und die konkrete Alternativen kennenlernen wollen.

Agenda

• 08:00 Ankunft, Kaffee, Gipfeli und Austausch
• 08:30 Hauptteil
• 10:00 Freier Austausch
• 10:15 Ende der Veranstaltung

Speaker
Gründer Value Talks, Podcast-Host und Autor, Organisationsentwickler, Agile und Leadership Coach.

Wie können Unternehmen erfolgreichere Produkte entwickeln und gleichzeitig den Bedürfnissen ihrer Mitarbeitenden gerecht werden? Diese Frage treibt Ari seit über 10 Jahren an.
Seine Wurzeln liegen in der Softwareentwicklung und im Banking. Heute begleitet er Organisationen dabei, beweglicher zu werden, ohne ihre Seele zu verlieren. Sein Ansatz: Keine Patentrezepte, sondern Muster und Werkzeuge, die Teams und Führungskräften helfen, effektiver zu werden.

We're excited to invite you to the August edition of the Applied AI Journal Club Bern 🎉
(There is no attendance limit, so just stop by even if Meetup says it's full! Happy to have you with us!)
🕓 Agenda
17:25 Arrival and get-together
17:30 Welcome and short introduction
17:35 Paper discussion
18:25 Wrap-up and open exchange
18:30 End of event
📘 Preparation
Please read the selected article in advance so that you're familiar with the main ideas and key concepts. We won't present the article in detail, instead, we'll focus our time on discussing its content, insights, and real-world implications.
Paper:
A Global Workspace in Language Models ("J-Space")
A global workspace in language models
Published by Anthropic (Interpretability team).
The research presents evidence that Claude has developed a small, privileged set of internal neural patterns, the "J-space," which functions like the global workspace known from theories of human consciousness: the model can report, control, and reason with its contents, while most of its processing runs automatically outside of it. The technique also allows reading thoughts the model doesn't say out loud, with interesting implications for interpretability, AI safety, and the question of machine consciousness.
For preparation, reading the article linked above is sufficient. If you're interested in the details, you can also read the full paper: http://transformer-circuits.pub/2026/workspace/index.html
📍 Location & Registration

• We are welcomed at the inpeek AG office (Bogenschützenstrasse 9) in the PostParc building next to the train station.
• Although meetup.com limits the capacity to 10 registrations (we don't pay for additional capacity), the event is not limited. If you don't secure an ordinary spot, just join the waitlist, you'll still be very welcome! This helps us plan and know how many people to expect.
• The event will be held in english

Questions? Please reach out to Fabian Hüni.

Two thought-provoking talks on team ownership and the evolving role of operations, two experienced speakers from the Swiss DevOps community, and plenty of networking opportunity. We are very much looking forward to kicking off the autumn season of DevOps Meetup Zurich.
Here's what's planned for the evening:
17:30 - 18:00 - Arrival and first drinks
18:00 - 18:45 - The Caretaker Model: Take over responsibility from idea to feedback by Urs Enzler
18:45 - 19:30 - Has SRE Become a New Ops? by Oleg Mayko
19:30 - 20:30 - Networking, Open Space & More drinks*

The Caretaker Model: Take over responsibility from idea to feedback
The Agile Software Development Manifesto calls for finding better ways to develop software.
We left Scrum behind because, among other things, we learned faster than the sprint was long, and the sprint blocked us more than it supported us. We needed a more adaptive approach that focuses on feedback.

We found a way of working that better supports us by separating the cycles for planning, improvement, retrospectives, delivery, and feedback. And the opportunity for every team member to contribute from start to finish has greatly increased team motivation. Finally, focusing on flow allowed us to reduce synchronisation points, such as meetings and handovers, and to gain significant efficiency. This is the Caretaker Model.

In this presentation, I explain how the Caretaker Model works, why it suits us much better, and why it might suit you and your team as well.

Urs Enzler
Software Architect @ Calitime AG
Urs Enzler is a software architect and developer specialising in the .NET platform and Azure. Passionate about building products with a rapid and continuous feedback cycle, he embraces agile principles and continuous delivery. In addition to working on the TimeRocket time tracking product, he is a consultant on software architecture and technical aspects of continuous delivery teamwork, such as evolvable design, test-driven development, and the like. Beyond his work, Urs co-organises the .Net Usergroup Zentralschweiz and shares his insights on www.planetgeek.ch.

Has SRE Become a New Ops?
Google set the bar high, but we have seen in the industry that SRE practices have often been misused, and many organizations just rebrand DevOps teams into SRE teams. In this talk, Oleg briefly walks through the history of SRE, why many have seen a silver bullet in it, and possible causes why many people think that SRE is just modern Ops.

Oleg Mayko
Senior System Engineer @ Swisscom
​SRE enthusiast and co-founder of the SRE community at Swisscom. I’m passionate about all things Kubernetes, specifically when it comes to deploying and securing applications reliably in K8s.

Many thanks to our sponsors:

• Catering Sponsor: DevOpsDays Zürich https://www.devopsdays.ch/
• Location Sponsor: Digicomp https://www.digicomp.ch/

* contact us min. 3 days prior to the event if you prefer a vegan option.

Welcome to the Nix Meetup in Bern.

We especially want to welcome beginners and everyone who has never heard of Nix before. The only requirements are an open mind and a willingness to learn something new.

Doors will open at 18:00
The talks will start at 18:30:

• Andreas Zweili (Nebucatnetzer) will talk about a small and practical project that is actually used in production. It uses Nix for development environments plus their related services and building containers and running tests in GitLab CI.
• You? We are looking for a second talk, which can also be a short lightning talk. Contact us!

Afterward, we will get our hands dirty and discuss Nix with all its perks and flaws, so bring your laptop for some hacking 💻

We are always looking for hosts, speakers or sponsors. If you are interested or have space available, please contact us!

2-hours live online training to get you started on DeFi (Decentralized Finance)

The workshop presents you with an opportunity to understand the basic concepts of De-Fi (Decentralized Finance), and what makes it so special in today’s technologically advanced world.

We aim to empower you with concrete knowledge and understanding of various dynamics of DeFi and enable you to get started with the decentralized new economy and its benefits over centralized finance.

Would you like a 5% discount on this training? Click here to get the discount code.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand DeFi fundamentals.
• Discover Use Cases applied to various industries.
• Learn about getting into DeFi.
• Explore a few real-world projects.

Agenda:

• The decentralized layer.
• Smart contracts.
• Decentralized applications (dApps).
• Advantages and Disadvantages of dApps.
• Decentralized stablecoins.
• Decentralized lending & borrowing.
• Decentralized exchanges.
• DeFi - Now & Future.
• Questions & Answers

Prerequisite:

No prior knowledge of blockchain or DeFi (Decentralized Finance) is required.

Who can participate:

Anyone with an interest in FinTech, Decentralized Finance, new decentralized economy, generation of bankless, cryptocurrency, and trading.

By the end of this course, you will have:

• Thorough understanding of DeFi and its applications.
• Ability to make informed decisions about choosing your next investment opportunities in DeFi space.
• Certificate of attainment.

Note:

• Subject to Terms & Conditions. Individual pricing only, for corporates, please contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com.
• If you are looking for alternate payment options, please contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com.
• Any advice or suggestion shared during the workshop is not financial advice. You should consider your circumstances before making an investment. Trading digital currencies is a high-risk investment, and due consideration should be taken before making any investment decision.
• It will be a live online event. We'll share instructions after you register for the event.
• This workshop is conducted in English language. For any other language support, please contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com.

FAQs:

What can I bring to the event?

A curious mind. :)

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

You can contact us via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com

Will I get any documents for attending this workshop, if I don't want to get certified?

Yes. You will receive a BSS attainment certificate after the workshop.

If I want to get certified, is there an assessment exam after the training?

Yes. You will be provided with the link to the online exam within 48 hours of completion of training. The exam will consist of mainly MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions), with required passing marks of 65%.

How much time do I have to attempt the online exam?

You have 2 weeks' time to attempt the exam.

If I fail the exam, can I re-take the exam with no additional charges?

Yes. you will have 3 attempts with no additional charges.

Will I get a certificate once I pass the exam?

Yes. You will receive a BSS certification document once you pass the exam.

Is the certificate shareable on social media (e.g. LinkedIn)?

Yes. It is a digital certificate and you can share it with your peers/colleagues via social media (e.g. LinkedIn).

Is there any group discount?

Yes. Please reach out via our website or drop an email at contact@blocksmartsol.com

What's the refund policy?

Upto 2 weeks before the event. Please contact us in case you need to make any changes.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No need. It is a webinar and all you would need is a working computer and internet connection.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes. Please let us know up until 48 hours before the event.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes. Please let us know up until 48 hours before the event.

TechLounges Summer Networking Apero!

Our 3rd Thursday of the month drink is arriving soon back again for another networking apero! :)

We continue to connect students, professionals, and businesses in our events.

So we aim to support you and your ideas through an awesome Apero Networking Event.

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You've been workshopping your idea with ChatGPT, not real founders. We fix that. Themed tables, 5 live pitches, one Zurich room - 3 hours

Most of us are in the same loop. You have an idea. You workshop it with ChatGPT, read another newsletter, tell three friends who don't quite get it. The idea stays in your head. Or worse — it never gets the kind of pushback that would have made it sharper.

Research on creative work is clear: people who articulate their idea to like-minded peers begin to understand it deeper. Quality feedback isn't validation — it's the thing that changes how you see your own work.

We mix the room on purpose. Different industries see the same process from different angles — that's where value compounds. We ask for your LinkedIn in registration so we can group you with the right people, not random tables.

How the evening runs (3 stages)

Stage 1 — Themed Networking

You vote on the night's themes through the registration form (Fundraising, HR, GTM, Product, Pricing, Hiring — whichever wins the room). We group you by background. Each group's representative shares the conversation's main takeaway on stage. Featured contributors get a Featured Founder spotlight on ascentvalley.com — that's how the conversation scales across the ecosystem.

Stage 2 — Pitches

5 curated startups present their idea for live feedback and investor introductions. After the event, we add them to our private founder database and route their application to the right investors inside the Ascent Valley network.

Stage 3 — Chill & Network

The structured part wraps. The bar stays open. The connections you started solidify here — most of our repeat attendees say this is where the real value lands.

Who's in the room

• Accelerator representatives — talent and dealflow scouts from Zurich-based and EU-wide programs
• Investors — angels, fund representatives, scouts from syndicates
• Founders, Pre-seed to Series A — building across SaaS, AI, ClimateTech, FinTech, ConsumerTech
• Operators — PMs, engineering leads, GTM leaders from scaling startups
• Entrepreneurs across industries — fresh perspective is the point
• Founders traveling through Zurich — from Tel Aviv, Berlin, London, NYC, Lisbon nodes
• Hiring leads from companies actively scaling teams

About Ascent Valley

Ascent Valley is a 3-layer ecosystem: Community, DealFlow, Events. Our mission is to break local boundaries and enable cross-region growth through real connection between founders, operators, and investors.

Philosophy: IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.