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Friday, August 28, 2026
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Events & Training
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Hack Apertus
Shape Switzerland’s AI future: Join Hack Apertus Hack Apertus is a series of open-source hackathons designed to accelerate the adoption of Apertus, Switzerland’s open large language model (LLM). Teams develop real-world use cases and open blueprints for the sovereign and compliant use of Apertus in the public and private sectors. Phases and Dates Online Hackathon: October 1–16, 2026, remote. In-Person Hackathons: Q4 2026 – Q1 2027, in more than 6 Swiss cities (Bern, Zurich, Basel, Biel/Bienne, Lausanne, St. Gallen). Grand Finals: May 14, 2027, in St. Gallen at the University of St. Gallen / SQUARE. Who can participate? Everyone. Students, professionals, linguists, designers, developers, as well as public and private organizations. People with a technical background are just as welcome as those from other fields—interdisciplinary teams are strongly encouraged. You can find all the information and the registration form here: hackapertus.ch
External · HackathonOctober 1, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Online Hackathon
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AI Pitfalls: Real-World Experiences.
Learn from AI mistakes before you make them yourself. No hype, no sales pitch. Three practitioners share their costliest AI mistakes—and explain what they would do differently today. An honest evening for everyone who’s already working with AI or is serious about getting started. No buzzwords—just concrete insights you can put into practice on Monday morning. 👉 For more info and to register, visit: https://aifails.contextery.com/
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Internal · Meetup · Aargau
AI Update x swissAI Meetup: Summer Party
The free Kl-Info series in Gebenstorf, organized by BEYONDER and swissAI. Artificial intelligence explained clearly, with practical examples and no buzzwords. Topic: TBD Speakers: Chris Beyeler / Michael Kyburz An engaging experience guaranteed In 60 minutes, you’ll hear two short presentations on the topic of artificial intelligence. Afterward, join swissAI for a reception featuring cold drinks and a barbecue—a great opportunity to network and chat in a relaxed atmosphere. Program 5:30 p.m. Doors open 6:00 p.m. AI Update presentation 7:00 p.m. Reception / Barbecue 9:30 p.m. End Registration: https://luma.com/pze8iugq
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Michael Wegmüller (Artifact) - Hackapertus
A weekly discussion on AI news, tools, regulation, real-world cases, and questions from the community.
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maravilla.cloud Platform | Markus Thinnes
A weekly discussion on AI news, tools, regulation, real-world cases, and questions from the community.
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Project Overview
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External · Workshop
AI Barcamp in Chur
Two days. Two locations. Unlimited AI ideas. The AI Barcamp Switzerland brings together creators, researchers, and curious minds. No rigid schedules, no endless monologues. Instead, participants bring their questions, experiences, best practices—and even their failed attempts. After all, that’s often where we learn the most. Whether you work with AI every day or are just getting started: If you’re curious and eager for genuine exchange, join us on August 15 in Meilen or on September 18 in Chur. Cost: CHF 49
Internal · Friday Weekly · National
AI News & Case Studies
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Hack Apertus
Shape Switzerland’s AI future: Join Hack Apertus Hack Apertus is a series of open-source hackathons designed to accelerate the adoption of Apertus, Switzerland’s open large language model (LLM). Teams develop real-world use cases and open blueprints for the sovereign and compliant use of Apertus in the public and private sectors. Phases and Dates Online Hackathon: October 1–16, 2026, remote. In-Person Hackathons: Q4 2026 – Q1 2027, in more than 6 Swiss cities (Bern, Zurich, Basel, Biel/Bienne, Lausanne, St. Gallen). Grand Finals: May 14, 2027, in St. Gallen at the University of St. Gallen / SQUARE. Who can participate? Everyone. Students, professionals, linguists, designers, developers, as well as public and private organizations. People with a technical background are just as welcome as those from other fields—interdisciplinary teams are strongly encouraged. You can find all the information and the registration form here: hackapertus.ch
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Do you organize AI events, meetups, or conferences? As an event partner, you can showcase your event to the swissAI community and benefit from our combined reach. You can find all the details and the registration form on the event partner portal.
Linda ForsterEvent Manager at swissAIYour contact person for event partnerships
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