Claude Niedermann

Claude Niedermann is the founder and CEO of Smart Chip Switzerland AG, a Swiss startup that has developed an innovative smart chip designed for contactless payments directly from the fingernail. His idea emerged from a personal experience of being locked out of his home, leading him to envision a wearable payment solution. The chip, which has taken twelve years to develop and is set to launch in certified nail studios across Switzerland, aims to merge technology with nail cosmetics, targeting a primarily female audience.