A Record-Breaking Valuation OpenAI, the world-famous AI research startup, has secured $40 billion in a new funding round, bringing its valuation to $300 billion and making it one of the most valuable startups in the world, as well as one of the most valuable companies overall. This substantial investment underscores the growing enthusiasm and confidence […]

Next Generation Robotics is revolutionizing the railway sector with cutting-edge robotics solutions. Specializing in automation technologies for train inspection and predictive maintenance, the company is at the forefront of advancing digitalization and AI in railway systems, and poised to transform infrastructure monitoring and maintenance operations. With its latest €4.5 million Series A funding round, the […]

On March 27, 2025, SIM presented the new report on incubators and accelerators in Italy. The Social Innovation Monitor (SIM) is an international team dedicated to conducting research, reports, consulting, and training on entrepreneurial ecosystems, with a strong focus on social and environmental impact. The report was developed by its research team, based at the […]

EDITORIAL On March 28th, 2025, Milan hosted the eight edition of the prestigious Real Estate Awards. [1] This year’s core theme was focused on “Start-ups and new business models: is the future fully digital?” (“Start-up e nuovi modelli di business: il futuro è solo digitale?”), analysing the integration among new start-ups’ innovation and traditional business […]

Finapp is redefining environmental measurement with its innovative use of CRNS technology. By enabling large-scale, non-invasive monitoring of soil and snow water content, Finapp is growing rapidly and with strong investor backing and global expansion plans, it is emerging as a leader in sustainable water resource solutions.  An Innovation Made in Italy Founded in 2018 […]

Playtomic, a venture that rapidly became a global leader in racket sports technology, has just closed a fresh €70 million round, setting its sights on international expansion, particularly in the U.S., with an investment underscoring the ambition to dominate the racket sports tech market, enhancing both player experiences and club operations worldwide. A leading platform […]

The latest event by SMAU concluded just a few days ago, finalising another installment of a project that has grown into Italy’s leading innovation event, expanding to cities like Berlin, London, and Paris. Connecting startups, corporations, and investors through networking, Startup Safaris, and Live Shows, the 2025 series began in London, fostering global partnerships, to […]

EDITORIAL, images courtesy of Marco Papalini Biorsaf, Italian Startup focusing on food, work and water safety protocols for enterprises [1], just closed its latest round for €1.4 million, collaborating with Maia Ventures and Farming Future, as well as the National Pole for Tech Transfer, promoted by CDP Venture Capital SGR, in collaboration with the Toscana […]