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ZAIS Open Meetup 💬

MeetupAI & Machine LearningIn personFree
18:00Europe / Zurich
Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich, Switzerland
Luma Zurich

This open meetup brings together students, researchers, and professionals in Zurich who are focused on the long-term safety of artificial intelligence. Attendees can meet organizers and others involved in the AI Safety ecosystem to ask questions and learn about upcoming activities. It is an opportunity to connect with the local AI Safety community in an informal setting.

NetworkingFree to AttendStudents & Researchers

ZMW - Masterclass: ELIF

WorkshopIn person
Switzerland
Impact Hub Zürich

ELIF demonstrates how simplicity and clarity create more emotional and effective dancefloor tracks than complex arrangements or excessive production. The masterclass explores key elements of electronic music production and how subtle changes influence the energy of a track over time. This event is designed for beginners and advanced participants interested in electronic music and club sound design.

Hands-OnFemale Founders

ZMW - Special: AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ) - CDJ-3000X & RMX-IGNITE Deep Dive

WorkshopIn person
Switzerland
Impact Hub Zürich

This workshop presents the RMX-IGNITE and CDJ-3000X DJ equipment from Pioneer DJ, focusing on creative workflows, performance techniques, and practical tips for modern DJs. It is designed for DJs seeking to enhance their technical skills and performance quality. Attendees will also have a Q&A session to deepen their understanding of the new hardware and software features.

Hands-OnFree to Attend

ZMW - Special: AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ) - Touch & Try - Entdecke die neuesten Innovationen

EventConsumer & CommerceIn person
Switzerland
Impact Hub Zürich

Experience the latest DJ technologies from AlphaTheta, the company behind Pioneer DJ. This event offers attendees a chance to explore beginner to professional DJ equipment and try out various workflows. It is designed for anyone interested in DJing from novices to experienced users curious about the industry standard gear.

Hands-OnFree to Attend

Get Fable 5 Quality From Low-Cost AI Models

EventAI & Machine LearningIn person
18:00Europe / Zurich
Zürich, Switzerland
Advanced AI Concepts Global Zurich

This event explains how to enhance the output quality of low-cost AI models by developing the appropriate supporting systems. It is designed for individuals interested in AI development and optimization in Zürich. Attendees will learn practical approaches to getting better performance from more affordable AI technologies.

Talks & PanelsOperators

Global - Get Fable 5 Quality From Low-Cost AI Models

EventAI & Machine LearningIn person
08:00Europe / Zurich
Zürich, Switzerland
Advanced AI Concepts Global Zurich

This event explains how to enhance low-cost AI models to produce high-quality results by building the right supporting system. It is designed for AI practitioners and developers interested in improving AI output cost-effectively. Attendees will learn practical methods to optimize AI model performance for better outcomes.

Hands-OnOperators

How Investors Compare Startups

EventFundraisingOnline
19:00Europe / Zurich
Online, Switzerland
Startup Investor Accelerator Switzerland

This event explains how investors evaluate startups during the SAC review process by comparing traction, market opportunity, execution readiness, scalability, and risk. It is designed for founders and investors seeking to understand how to clearly communicate value and build investor confidence. Attendees will learn to strengthen credibility and facilitate deeper investor conversations.

FoundersInvestorsOnline

Comparing Early-Stage Opportunities

EventOnline
19:45Europe / Zurich
Online, Switzerland
Startup Investor Accelerator Switzerland

Investors discuss how they develop questions, recognize patterns, and build conviction when comparing early-stage startup opportunities. The event explores evaluation methods across industries, stages, and business models using real founder and deal materials. It is designed for investors seeking to improve their investment decision-making skills.

InvestorsPre-SeedSeed

Why We Chose HubSpot Over Attio: Building an AI-First CRM Strategy

WebinarAI & Machine LearningSaaS & EnterpriseOnline
Switzerland
Impact Hub Zürich

This webinar explains why HubSpot was chosen over Attio as the foundation for building an AI-first CRM strategy. It is intended for startup founders, operations, and revenue leaders looking to leverage AI while maintaining a scalable CRM system. Attendees will learn practical workflows and lessons from comparing HubSpot with newer AI-native CRM platforms.

FoundersOnlineOperators

[12.08.26] Monthly Meetup: Playtesting Night

MeetupIn person
18:00Europe / Zurich
Qwertz Café, Lausanne, Switzerland
Game Developers Suisse Romande

This event is a meetup where local game developers and enthusiasts bring their video game and board game prototypes for playtesting. It is open to anyone interested in testing and giving feedback on new game projects in the Lausanne area. Attendees can interact directly with creators and contribute to the development process of games.

FoundersHands-OnNetworking

🚴 The Builders Ride #4

NetworkingIn personFree
18:15Europe / Zurich
Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich, Switzerland
Luma Zurich

This event is a social cycling ride for Zurich-based builders, founders, and operators. Participants bike a 45.72 km route with varied terrain, focusing on group riding and social interaction without a formal agenda. It is designed to provide physical activity and networking opportunities for people in the local startup ecosystem.

FoundersNetworkingFree to AttendOperators

[ONLINE] Informative session for Startups - TAAC 10 Pitch Competition

CompetitionOnline
12:00Europe / Zurich
Online, Switzerland
Startup Investor Accelerator Switzerland

Have questions before applying or moving forward? Join our live info session for startups. Details This is an open Q&A designed for founders who want to better understand the pitch competition, who it is for, and what to expect. Whether you are wondering about eligibility, investor fit, timelines, pitch format, or how the process works, this is a good space to ask directly. We will cover: what the program is and who it is for how the application and selection process works what startups can expect during the program common questions from founders live Q&A Come with your questions and we’ll answer them live. About the organizer – [SIA Angel Hub](https://www.siaangelhub.com/ "https://www.siaangelhub.com/") (previously SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator) SIA is an angel investor hub designed to help more people become active participants in innovation through angel investing, entrepreneurship, and meaningful ecosystem connections. Through our events, community, and programs such as TAAC (Trans-Atlantic Angel Investing Cohort), we bring together global founders, aspiring and experienced investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders around practical learning, real opportunities, and long-term relationships. For investors, TAAC offers a hands-on angel investing experience built around real startup evaluation, due diligence, and collaborative investment decision-making. [Express your Interest here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfER36gKV9uLA4iR5MQXev1S-dzUacLn-6mBpofa3Y4uCYgw/viewform "https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfER36gKV9uLA4iR5MQXev1S-dzUacLn-6mBpofa3Y4uCYgw/viewform") For startups, TAAC provides visibility, investor access, and the opportunity to compete for investment through our funding and investor programs. [Express your Interest here](https://canva.link/m52gaktvgcq50l8 "https://canva.link/m52gaktvgcq50l8") Stay in the loop by visiting our website and following us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-investor-accel

[Online] Angel Investing 101: Learn, Invest, Connect

EventOnline
14:00Europe / Zurich
Online, Switzerland
Startup Investor Accelerator Switzerland

Overview The Startup Investor Accelerator (SIA) Process is a 12-week program of "learning by doing." The goal is to help everyone move forward. Curious about Angel Investing? Join Us for an Introduction Session to this topic Have you ever wondered how startup investors find, evaluate, and invest in promising companies? Whether you're actively considering angel investing or simply curious about how the startup investment ecosystem works, this session is designed to give you an accessible introduction to the world of angel investing. Who is it for? How to get started? What to have in mind? …and more. During this session, we'll also introduce the Transatlantic Angel Conference (TAAC)—our flagship hands-on investor training program that helps aspiring and experienced investors learn by doing. Participants work alongside a diverse cohort of investors from Europe and the US, reviewing real startups, conducting due diligence, hearing founder pitches, and ultimately making investment decisions together. In this session, we'll cover: What angel investing is and how the ecosystem works An introduction to the Transatlantic Angel Conference (TAAC) How the learning-by-doing model helps investors gain real-world experience Yelmer Wismer's experience as a TAAC participant and investor Who the program is designed for and whether it might be a fit for you Open Q&A No prior investing experience is required, just curiosity and an interest in learning more about startups, innovation, and angel investing. About the organizer – [SIA Angel Hub](https://www.siaangelhub.com/?utmsource=luma "https://www.siaangelhub.com/?utmsource=luma") (previously SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator) SIA is an angel investor hub designed to help more people become active participants in innovation through angel investing, entrepreneurship, and meaningful ecosystem connections. Through our events, community, and programs such as TAAC (Trans-Atlantic Angel Investing Cohort), we bring together global f