The company's purpose is to acquire, hold and manage participations in Switzerland and abroad, in particular in the field of advanced and innovative technologies, as well as investments of any kind with short-term and long-term character. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.