What AI Swiss does

AI Swiss is a Swiss non-profit association (association suisse) founded in November 2022, shortly after the public release of ChatGPT, and headquartered at Rue St-Honoré 10 in Neuchâtel. The organization's core offering is a "human-AI co-thinking" methodology — a structured educational framework that teaches individuals to collaborate intellectually with AI systems through structured dialogue, context-setting, and validation, rather than passively consume AI outputs. The methodology is delivered through a portfolio that includes the Rodin AI chatbot (available in French, German, and English), a Co-thinking Guide, a whitepaper on AI in education, and the in-development BASE framework for building AI assistants with structured expertise. The association does not build foundation models; its technical differentiators are educational content, pedagogical architecture, and prompt-engineering methodologies layered on top of third-party AI.

The business model is a community-led, event-driven association with three monetization streams: individual memberships at CHF 220 per year, custom-priced enterprise memberships, and per-event fees of CHF 29 for non-members (members attend free). Educational content, the Rodin chatbot, and whitepapers are provided free of charge. The go-to-market targets four primary segments — citizens and the general public, educators and teachers, decision-makers and policymakers, and Swiss SMEs — with distribution through Brain2Brain sessions, Brain2Brain Labs, Brain2Brain Network events, and workshops held in Neuchâtel, Lausanne, Fribourg, and other Swiss cities. Marketing relies on an owned blog (All Things Emergent), a YouTube channel (@A-Iswiss), LinkedIn, and media partnerships with RTS, 24heures, Le Temps, and Le Matin Dimanche.

AI Swiss operates as a volunteer-led non-profit with no external funding rounds, no parent company, and no subsidiaries. Since 2023 it has trained 1,200+ individuals, conducted 60+ events, and reports a 90% workshop satisfaction rate. The leadership team includes President Stéphane Fallet (founder of Rapid Rise), Chief Scientific Officer Charles-Edouard Bardyn (PhD in quantum physics, ETH Zurich; Chief AI Officer at Domo Health; principal investigator at CHUV), Treasurer Daniel Napolillo, Vice-president Frédéric Matthey, Lemanic Region Lead Sylvain Rossy, and Partnerships Manager Cédric Chevrier. The association is embedded in a 25+ partner ecosystem including EPFL, ETH Zurich, HES-SO, HEP Vaud, Microsoft Philanthropies, the Swiss Federal Government, Canton de Neuchâtel, Alp ICT, and Domo.Health, with the most recent strategic push centered on the February 2026 AI and Education Day at HES-SO.

Name

AI Swiss

Legal name

AI Swiss (association suisse)

Website

https://a-i.swiss

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

AI Swiss is a Neuchâtel-based non-profit association founded in 2022 that promotes responsible AI adoption in Switzerland through AI literacy education, the human-AI co-thinking methodology, and a community of 25+ partners and 1,200+ trained individuals across citizens, educators, policymakers, and SMEs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

AI Education and Literacy Training

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Computer Training (611420)

akta.pro primary industry

AI & Emerging Technology Literacy (EDAAAIAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

AI Tutoring Systems (Conversational Tutors, Homework Helpers) (EDAFAFAC), AI & Machine Learning (Foundations & Applied) (EDAMACAG), Responsible AI, AI Governance & Compliance Services (BPAEAHAJ)

Keywords

• AI literacy education
• Human-AI co-thinking
• AI community events
• Responsible AI advocacy
• AI membership association

Headquarters

HQ city

Neuchâtel

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Individual membership at CHF 220 per year providing access to events, workshops, and the community. Enterprise membership available with custom pricing upon inquiry. Members receive free access to events and priority registration.
2. Event Participation Fees: Paid workshops and Brain2Brain sessions at CHF 29 per event for non-members. Members attend events free of charge. Some specialized workshops may have additional fees.
3. Educational Content and Tools: AI Swiss provides educational resources, whitepapers, and the Rodin IA chatbot free of charge. Revenue is not generated from these educational services directly.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AI Swiss is a Swiss non-profit association that promotes responsible AI adoption through education, community events, and a proprietary human-AI co-thinking methodology. It delivers AI literacy programs, interactive workshops (Brain2Brain Sessions, Labs, and Network), membership subscriptions, and educational tools including the Rodin chatbot and whitepapers for citizens, educators, SMEs, and policymakers across Switzerland.

Product overview

AI Swiss is a Swiss association focused on promoting responsible AI through education and community engagement. The organization offers a portfolio of educational products and programs rather than a traditional software product. The core offerings include the Rodin chatbot platform for AI education, comprehensive guides on human-AI co-thinking methodology, and a whitepaper on transforming Swiss education with AI. Educational programs are delivered through various formats: Brain2Brain Sessions (expert-led discussions), Brain2Brain Labs (advanced technical workshops for businesses), and Brain2Brain Network (professional networking events). The organization also provides AI literacy programs tailored for citizens, educators, and decision-makers. A merchandise boutique offers branded apparel and accessories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Membership Annual individual subscription at CHF 220/year providing access to the AI Swiss community, free entry to all events (Brain2Brain sessions, workshops), priority workshop registration, and access to educational resources. Targets citizens, professionals, and individuals across Switzerland.
• Enterprise Membership Organizational membership tier with custom pricing based on organization size and needs. Includes multiple staff memberships and organizational benefits such as enterprise-wide AI literacy access. Targets Swiss SMEs and larger organizations.
• Brain2Brain Sessions Interactive collaborative exchange events featuring expert presentations, panel discussions, and networking on AI topics including co-thinking, cybersecurity, and AI in education. Open to the public at CHF 29 per event for non-members and free for members. Held across Switzerland in cities including Neuchâtel, Lausanne, and Fribourg.
• Brain2Brain Labs Advanced technical and strategic workshops for businesses and professionals seeking deeper AI integration. Covers AI models, tools, workflow optimization, and custom AI architecture. Targets organizations and professionals seeking hands-on technical AI training.
• Brain2Brain Network Interactive networking events connecting AI professionals, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts for strategic exchanges and collaborative opportunities. Targets AI practitioners, entrepreneurs, and community members seeking professional networking.
• AI Literacy Programs Tailored educational programs for citizens, educators, and decision-makers covering AI fundamentals, co-thinking methodology, and responsible AI use. Includes bespoke curricula for SMEs, teacher training programs, and policy guidance for institutions.
• Rodin Chatbot Platform Educational AI chatbot specialized in human-AI co-thinking methodology for education, featuring two interaction modes: understanding (Q&A about co-thinking concepts) and experimentation (guided AI interaction practice). Available in French, German, and English. Conversational data is processed temporarily and deleted on system restart. Free to use via website.
• Co-thinking Guide (Human-AI Co-Thinking in Action) A practical guide teaching the methodology of collaborating with AI systems through structured dialogue, designed to help users amplify their intelligence by systematically directing AI behavior. Available for free via the AI Swiss website.
• Whitepaper on AI in Education A foundational document proposing a vision for integrating human-AI co-thinking into Switzerland's education system. Available in French, German, and English versions. Targets educators, policymakers, and institutional decision-makers.
• AI Swiss Boutique (Merchandise) Branded merchandise including t-shirts, hoodies, and backpacks featuring the AI Swiss logo. Sold through an online boutique to support community identity and provide supplementary revenue.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% satisfaction rate from workshop participants
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• HES-SO (Haute École Spécialisée de Suisse Occidentale)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Major partnership for the AI and Education Day on February 5, 2026 at HES-SO in Fribourg. Co-organized workshops and plenary sessions with multiple institutional partners including HEP Vaud, ETH Zurich, and others.
• HEP VaudmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Partnership with HEP Vaud (Haute école pédagogique du canton de Vaud) for teacher training and education research. Co-developing AI homework frameworks with HEP Vaud, UNINE, and ETH Zurich in a participatory research initiative.
• 42 LausannemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Partnership with 42 Lausanne coding school for employability and AI skills development. Joint workshop on 'Methods for Tomorrow's Employability' combining human-AI intelligence for career preparation.
• Université de FribourgmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Academic partnership with Université de Fribourg for AI literacy education. Christiane Caneva from the university co-facilitates AI learning workshops including NotebookLM demonstrations.
• everyone.AImajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Partnership with everyone.AI and iRaise for child protection and AI education. Olga Muss-Laurenty represents both organizations in workshops on growing up with AI and protecting children from AI risks.
• iRaisemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 February 2026Global initiative dedicated to protecting children partnered with AI Swiss for AI education workshops. Focus on age-appropriate AI use, neuroscience research integration, and practical guidance for parents and educators.
• Microsoft PhilanthropiesmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Partnership for free AI literacy event in Neuchâtel on August 19, 2025. Microsoft Philanthropies provided support for ready-to-use AI education resources for the general public.
• ViteosminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Local partner supporting AI Swiss events and workshops. Logo appears in event support sections. Financial and logistical support for workshops on reliable AI construction.
• Swiss AI WeeksminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Collaborative partner in the Swiss AI ecosystem. Joint promotion of AI events and initiatives across Switzerland.
• Alp ICTmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss ICT industry association partnered with AI Swiss for 'Co-penser avec l'IA' video series in 5 episodes. Collaborative content creation helping Swiss SMEs integrate generative AI into daily operations.
• Group MutuelminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss health insurance company appearing in AI Swiss partner network. Represents diverse industry support for responsible AI development in Switzerland.
• Haute École ArcminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss university of applied sciences partner in AI Swiss network. Contributes to academic ecosystem for responsible AI development.
• Confédération SuisseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss Federal Government support for AI Swiss initiatives. Logo presence in partner network indicating government-level recognition of responsible AI efforts.
• Canton de NeuchâtelminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Local cantonal government support for AI Swiss based in Neuchâtel. Venues and organizational support for regional AI education events.
• Coworking Blockchain Neuchâtel (CBN)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 19 August 2025Local coworking space providing venue for AI Swiss workshops and events in Neuchâtel. Regular location for Brain2Brain sessions and AI workshops.
• EconomieSuisseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss Business Federation partner in the AI Swiss network. Represents large Swiss business community interest in responsible AI development.
• Chambre de commerce et d'industrie du canton de Fribourg (CCIF)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Chamber of Commerce partner supporting AI and Education Day at HES-SO. Regional business community support for AI education initiatives.
• CNCi (Swiss Digital Trust Initiative)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss Digital Trust Initiative partner in AI Swiss network. Focus on digital trust and responsible technology adoption.
• Clusis (Swiss Cybersecurity Association)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss cybersecurity association partner. Collaborative work on AI and cybersecurity topics including the November 2025 Brain2Brain on AI and cybersecurity.
• CX PrintminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Printing and graphics partner supporting AI Swiss events. Venue provider for workshops at CX Print location in Neuchâtel Monruz.
• CoBoosterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss startup ecosystem partner in AI Swiss network. Represents innovation and entrepreneurship community support.
• Rapid RiseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Local innovation company founded by Stéphane Fallet (AI Swiss President). Represents local entrepreneurship ecosystem connection.
• Gitex EuropeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025International tech event partnership. AI Swiss presence at Gitex Europe represents international AI ecosystem connection.
• Domo.HealthmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2025Digital health company where Charles-Edouard Bardyn serves as Chief AI Officer. Represents AI application in healthcare sector and industry expertise integration.
• InnovaudminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2025Innovation agency partner supporting AI Swiss framework development. Provided support for BASE framework development (Bâtir des Assistants avec une Structure d'Expertise).
• EllominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Swiss company partner in AI Swiss network. Logo presence indicating diverse industry support for responsible AI.
• EmbiggenXminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 August 2025Partner in AI Swiss ecosystem network. Logo presence in partner section.
• EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2022Academic partnership with EPFL for research collaboration, event hosting, and educational programs. EPFL provides venues for AI Swiss events including workshops and the Brain2Brain conference series. Joint whitepaper development and ongoing collaboration on AI education initiatives.
• ETH ZurichcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2022Partnership with ETH Zurich for neuroscience research integration and academic credibility. Charles-Edouard Bardyn serves as principal investigator at CHUV with ETH connections. Collaborative research on human-AI interaction and AI education frameworks.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• fast.ai: A non-profit that offers free, practical deep learning courses aimed at making AI accessible beyond academia. It mirrors AI Swiss's educational mission and non-commercial, community-driven approach to AI literacy.
• Apolitical: A learning platform and global community for government and public-sector professionals, with growing AI literacy content aimed at policymakers. AI Swiss explicitly serves a 'decision-makers and policymakers' segment, making Apolitical a directly comparable peer in public-sector AI upskilling.
• DeepLearning.AI: Founded by Andrew Ng, DeepLearning.AI provides AI education courses, specializations, and the popular 'AI for Everyone' program aimed at non-technical learners. It directly competes with AI Swiss for the same audience of professionals and decision-makers seeking accessible AI understanding.
• AI4ALL: A US-based non-profit focused on inclusive AI education, targeting students, educators, and underrepresented groups. AI4ALL's non-profit, education-first model and emphasis on responsible AI parallels AI Swiss's association structure and pedagogy.
• DataCamp: An online learning platform focused on data and AI skills, offering courses in Python, machine learning, and AI for working professionals. Comparable to AI Swiss in its focus on upskilling SMEs and individuals in practical AI competencies.
• Element of AI: A free online AI literacy course originally created by the University of Helsinki and Reaktor, designed to democratize AI knowledge for broad audiences. It is the closest global analog to AI Swiss's mission of bringing AI literacy to non-technical citizens and professionals.

Broad incumbents

• edX: An online university-level education platform offering AI programs from institutions like MIT, Harvard, and Berkeley. Comparable in delivering AI education at scale to professionals, but as a broader academic incumbent rather than a Switzerland-focused non-profit.
• Coursera: A leading global online education platform offering thousands of courses including a wide AI catalog from top universities. Coursera competes broadly for the same lifelong-learning audience as AI Swiss but operates at vastly greater scale and as a broader incumbent.

Regional players

• AI Singapore: A Singapore national AI program driving AI literacy, innovation, and adoption across the workforce and SMEs. It mirrors AI Swiss's mission at a national level, making it a strong regional peer for cross-country comparison of government-backed AI education ecosystems.
• digitalswitzerland: A Swiss-wide cross-industry association shaping Switzerland's digital future across policy, education, and innovation. It overlaps with AI Swiss in promoting digital literacy and Swiss AI ecosystem building, but operates across the full digital agenda rather than AI specifically.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@A-Iswiss
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ai-suisse

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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