Prototype Fund 🇨🇭

@prototypefundch
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We foster public interest tech in Switzerland. Get up to 100k plus coaching, mentoring & network access for your #OpenSource projects | Managed by @OpendataCH
Websitehttps://prototypefund.ch/
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Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Mar 17

Co-CEO Verena Kontscheider featured in Women in AI Switzerland:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/wai-switzerland_swissai-responsibleai-techforgood-activity-7439602527521783810-ZXX-?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAO-L9UB6zHDxJhMTHqhWqjlKm1Otvw5_94

#swissai #responsibleai #techforgood #aileadership #innovation #governance #humancentricai | Women in AI Switzerland

🇨🇭 WAI Switzerland Spotlight Series Championing Tech for Good, Governance, and Public Value in AI and Innovation: Spotlight on Dr. Verena Kontschieder Switzerland’s AI and innovation ecosystem is rich in research, talent, and ambition. What strengthens it even more are the people who bring purpose and humanity into technology. Dr. Verena Kontschieder is one of those people. As Co-CEO of Opendata.ch and Program Lead of the Prototype Fund CH, Verena works at the intersection of societal innovation, governance, and emerging technology, turning high-level ideas about ethical tech into real-world practice. Her work shows how Tech for Good becomes tangible through human-centric design, public interest technology, and responsible approaches to AI and data. Before joining Opendata.ch or taking on advisory roles for startups such as Plural, Verena built extensive global experience in AI policy and innovation strategy, leading programs focused on governance and digital transformation across the tech sector and international institutions such as the World Economic Forum, European Commission, The World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and African Development Bank Group. At Meta, she launched and scaled Open Loop, an award-winning global program that pioneered experimental, human-centric design-led multi-stakeholder approaches to AI governance. Verena’s contribution to the Swiss AI ecosystem transcends leadership roles. She brings strategic clarity to a central question: how can emerging technologies truly serve people and society, alongside market interests? Through her work, Verena strengthens critical connections between: ▫️ Technology and public interest, ensuring digital projects create societal value ▫️ Governance and innovation, building frameworks for responsible AI and data use ▫️ Swiss and international dialogue, contributing to global conversations grounded in shared values Verena’s leadership reminds us that technology’s future is a human story, and building it well requires intention, integrity, and care. WomenInAI #SwissAI #ResponsibleAI #TechForGood #AILeadership #Innovation #Governance #HumanCentricAI

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Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Mar 17

Co-CEO Verena Kontscheider featured in Women in AI Switzerland:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/wai-switzerland_swissai-responsibleai-techforgood-activity-7439602527521783810-ZXX-?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAO-L9UB6zHDxJhMTHqhWqjlKm1Otvw5_94

#swissai #responsibleai #techforgood #aileadership #innovation #governance #humancentricai | Women in AI Switzerland

🇨🇭 WAI Switzerland Spotlight Series Championing Tech for Good, Governance, and Public Value in AI and Innovation: Spotlight on Dr. Verena Kontschieder Switzerland’s AI and innovation ecosystem is rich in research, talent, and ambition. What strengthens it even more are the people who bring purpose and humanity into technology. Dr. Verena Kontschieder is one of those people. As Co-CEO of Opendata.ch and Program Lead of the Prototype Fund CH, Verena works at the intersection of societal innovation, governance, and emerging technology, turning high-level ideas about ethical tech into real-world practice. Her work shows how Tech for Good becomes tangible through human-centric design, public interest technology, and responsible approaches to AI and data. Before joining Opendata.ch or taking on advisory roles for startups such as Plural, Verena built extensive global experience in AI policy and innovation strategy, leading programs focused on governance and digital transformation across the tech sector and international institutions such as the World Economic Forum, European Commission, The World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and African Development Bank Group. At Meta, she launched and scaled Open Loop, an award-winning global program that pioneered experimental, human-centric design-led multi-stakeholder approaches to AI governance. Verena’s contribution to the Swiss AI ecosystem transcends leadership roles. She brings strategic clarity to a central question: how can emerging technologies truly serve people and society, alongside market interests? Through her work, Verena strengthens critical connections between: ▫️ Technology and public interest, ensuring digital projects create societal value ▫️ Governance and innovation, building frameworks for responsible AI and data use ▫️ Swiss and international dialogue, contributing to global conversations grounded in shared values Verena’s leadership reminds us that technology’s future is a human story, and building it well requires intention, integrity, and care. WomenInAI #SwissAI #ResponsibleAI #TechForGood #AILeadership #Innovation #Governance #HumanCentricAI

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Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Jan 13

Have you registered yet?

Together with One Planet Lab @Wwf , our four teams will present fresh, open-source prototypes designed to reduce ecological footprints through digital means!

Expect an evening of ideas, debate, and impact, as we explore how and in how far (open) technology, sufficiency, and systemic change can drive Switzerland toward a resilient, resource-light future.

https://bit.ly/DemoDay22Jan

Towards digital sufficiency: Prototype Fund x One Planet Lab | One Planet Lab – DE

For the first time, the Prototype Fund Switzerland and One Planet Lab (WWF) are joining forces to bring sufficiency and digital innovation onto one stage. The Prototype Fund Reveals their Project Journey in a Demo!

One Planet Lab – DE
Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Jan 6

Have you registered yet?

Together with One Planet Lab @wobweger our four teams will present fresh, open-source prototypes designed to reduce ecological footprints through digital means!

Expect an evening of ideas, debate, and impact, as we explore how and in how far (open) technology, sufficiency, and systemic change can drive Switzerland toward a resilient, resource-light future.

https://bit.ly/DemoDay22Jan

Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Dec 16

SAVE THE DATE: On 22 January, We are joining forces with One Planet Lab @Wwf to bring sufficiency and digital innovation onto one stage.

Join us as our four teams present what they’ve built over the last six months!

Expect an evening of ideas, debate, and impact, as we explore how (open) technology and systemic change can drive Switzerland toward a resilient, resource-light future.

Register now: https://bit.ly/DemoDay22Jan

Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Dec 8

SAVE THE DATE: On 22 January, We are joining forces with One Planet Lab @Wwf to bring sufficiency and digital innovation onto one stage.

Join us as our four teams present what they’ve built over the last six months!

Expect an evening of ideas, debate, and impact, as we explore how (open) technology and systemic change can drive Switzerland toward a resilient, resource-light future.

Register now: https://bit.ly/DemoDay22Jan

Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Apr 28, 2025

🚀 It's been a while — but for a good cause!

Over the past weeks, we’ve been deep in the evaluation of the submitted ideas.

Our jury is currently finalizing the review and we’re getting closer to selecting the most promising ideas. 🍃🌍💡

Thank you again to everyone who submitted a project — your creativity and drive to shape a more sustainable digital future is inspiring!

🔜 Up next?
Top-ranked applicants will be invited to pitch their ideas live to the jury, on 13 May. - See program overview.

Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Mar 20, 2025

🚨 Last call! Applications for the @prototypefundch close tonight!

Today is the final day to submit your application for the Prototype Fund! ⏳ Don't miss your chance to receive up to CHF 100,000, coaching, and access to a strong network to bring your sustainable digitalization idea to life.

✅ Focus on sustainable digitalization & digital sufficiency
✅ 6-month funding to develop your prototype

📅 Deadline: TONIGHT, March 20, 23:59 CET
🔗 Apply now: https://prototypefund.opendata.ch/en/

Prototype Fund Switzerland - We foster public interest tech

The Prototype Fund supports you in solving societal problems and strengthening the public good in Switzerland with open source projects.

Prototype Fund CH
Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Mar 17, 2025

🚨 72 Hours Left! Submit Your Application to the @prototypefundch

This is it—only 3 days left to submit your Prototype Fund application!

Don’t miss out on:
✅ Up to CHF 100,000 in funding
✅ Coaching & expert input
✅ A strong network of like-minded innovators
📅 Final deadline: March 20, 23:59 CET

🔗 Submit now: https://prototypefund.opendata.ch/en/

Your idea has the potential to make an impact—make it happen! 💚

Prototype Fund Switzerland - We foster public interest tech

The Prototype Fund supports you in solving societal problems and strengthening the public good in Switzerland with open source projects.

Prototype Fund CH
Prototype Fund 🇨🇭Mar 13, 2025

⏳ 1 Week to Go! Apply to the Prototype Fund by March 20

Time is running out! Have an idea that uses digital technology for sustainability? Eager to turn it into a prototype? The Prototype Fund offers up to CHF 100,000, coaching, and access to a strong network to bring your vision to life.

✅ Focus on sustainable digitalization & digital sufficiency
✅ 6-month funding to develop your prototype
📅 Deadline: March 20, 2025

🔗 Apply now: prototypefund.ch

Make digitalization work for the planet.