Italy’s technological evolution has reached a pivotal turning point, moving from a phase of fragmented growth to one of “Solidified Transformation”. This transition is the central theme of the Italian Tech Landscape 2026, the 3rd edition of the landmark report by La...
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Italian venture capital investments reached €1.74 billion in 2025, up 18% from 2024, with funding rounds rising to 436 from 405. These figures are based on estimates from the Observatory on Venture Capital in Italy, conducted by Growth Capital, a tech investment...
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In 2025, Italy introduced significant reforms through Law No. 193/2024, impacting both innovative startups and innovative SMEs (PMI innovative). These changes update the registration and eligibility criteria, aligning them more closely with EU definitions and addressing evolving market needs. Below are the...
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According to IBAN (Italian Business Angels Network Association), Italian Business Angels (BAs) participated – both independently and alongside venture capital funds – in 201 transactions involving Italian startups or foreign startups founded by Italians in 2024. The total capital invested exceeded €751...
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Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) has steadily become a feature of Italy’s innovation landscape in recent years. Although still a small segment within the wider venture capital sector, CVC investments have been increasing as Italian corporations seek to engage with startups. The motivations...
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