Bank Vontobel issues Bitcoin-backed investment certificates
Zurich-based Bank Vontobel has launched Bitcoin-linked tracker certificates which will commence trading on the SIX Swiss Exchange on 15 July. The US dollar-based certificates are designed to give investors a simple and transparent means of investing in Bitcoin.

Switzerland and US sign deal on pharmaceutical supply chain

US and Swiss authorities have agreed to share inspection documents on pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities in a move to improve efficiency and safety in the drug supply chain. According to the Office of the US Trade Representative, the Good Manufacturing Practice…