Switzerland

Smartwatch: when technology moves too fast for the law

By Nicolas Jutzet · March 27, 2017

Updated on January 1, 2017, the «Swiss made» label, which protects watch brands from global competition, is being challenged for its rigidity and complexity. This case illustrates a broader phenomenon: the law can no longer provide a framework for progress.

France

The real drama of PenelopeGate: the media

By Jonas Follonier · February 13, 2017

The only proven scandal so far

France

The absurdities of Vincent Peillon, PS primary candidate

By Jonas Follonier · 08 January 2017

Quelle infinie déception ces derniers jours en découvrant dans la presse certains propos dont on n'aurait jamais soupçonné qu'ils puissent être prononcés par...

Music

The noble Bob Dylan

By Jonas Follonier · October 16, 2016

To award a Nobel Prize for literature to a man whose work cannot be considered independently of its musical richness: an insult.

Economy

Cash doesn't have to disappear

By Nicolas Jutzet · 11 June 2016

Released on April 12, the new 50 franc bill is the first denomination in the ninth series to be put into circulation by the SNB. It's a reminder of the importance of physical money, at a time when some accuse it of helping to finance illegal activities.

Philosophy

Reflections on freedom

By Sébastien Oreiller · February 15, 2015

Does freedom mean doing what you want?