Crypto Valley records growth of 14% despite competition

The Switzerland and Liechtenstein region ranks as “Crypto Valley” among the most attractive locations for blockchain companies. Last year, too, the number of companies located increased by 14%, as can be seen from an industry report.

The Crypto Valley, which includes entire Switzerland and Liechtenstein, further expands its position as one of the world's leading blockchain ecosystems. The current “CV VC Crypto Valley Company & Industry Report“Shows: The number of blockchain companies has risen by 14% from 1,534 to 1,749 since 2023-an impressive growth of 132% since 2020.

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The geographical distribution of the blockchain companies proves that the growth of the crypto Valley is not only limited to train, but is increasingly spread to other cantons. The top 10 regions are:

1. Zug (719 companies): Zug remains the center of the Crypto Valley and houses 41% of all companies. The canton is known for its regulatory clarity and innovative strength.
2. Zürich (264): Zurich benefits from its pronounced financial and tech industry as well as the universities and is increasingly establishing itself as a hub for advice and financial services.
3. Ticino (103): The canton mainly attracts companies from the gamefi, NFT and Metaverse area and is developing into a creative hotspot, especially thanks to the Plan-B-Initiative in Lugano.
4. Geneva (85): Geneva is a leader in the area of ​​security, audit and compliance- here numerous specialized legal and advisory companies are located.
5. Neuenburg (85): Neuchâtel has established itself as a location for infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on technical innovations.
6. Lucerne (72): Lucerne shows a strong presence in the Defi area and is a growing center for financial technologies.
7. Liechtenstein (68): Thanks to its advanced regulatory framework, Liechtenstein continues to attract companies from the entire blockchain value chain.
8. Swam (51): The canton of Vaud focuses on infrastructure projects and software development.
9. Bern (41): Bern is becoming an important location for advisory and education initiatives in the blockchain area.
10. Schwyz (39): Schwyz shows a strong presence in the field of financial services and increasingly attracts international projects.

These ten regions make up over 90% of blockchain companies in Crypto Valley and underline the geographical diversity of the ecosystem.

Crypto Valley has to prove itself again

With their legal framework, their political stability and their high quality of life, Switzerland and Liechtenstein offer optimal conditions for blockchain and crypto companies. This attractiveness is reflected in the constant increase in new foundations and in the growing number of international projects, the report.

However, international competition increases. Countries in Asia and the Middle East are rapidable and are increasingly making attractive conditions for blockchain companies. The sharp change of policy of the Trump government sparked a fire. At the same time, lengthy processes, regulatory uncertainties and new international requirements are perceived as obstacles in Switzerland, As cvj.ch reported. The results for the current year remain exciting. Can Switzerland defend its lead?

“This report proves that the Swiss blockchain industry is not only relevant nationally, but also of global strategic importance. While we are in a decisive phase of international competition in 2025, this offers 12-point manifesto The Swiss Blockchain Federation of specific steps to further sharpen Switzerland's competitiveness, especially in the FinTech area. We look forward to presenting this important report together with CV VC. It is a clear signal that Switzerland is willing to actively shape the future of blockchain technology. “ – Heinz Tännler, finance director of the Canton of Zug and President of the Swiss Blockchain Federation