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Genespire, an Italy-based biotechnology startup making “off-the-shelf” gene therapies treatment for rare pediatric genetic conditions, has raised €46.6 million euros, or about $52 million, in a Series B round announced Wednesday. Genespire Karen AIACH PIGNET https://lnkd.in/eVRSDfsZ

The project aims to support one thousand start-ups and to invest one billion euros and sees Polimi, Bocconi, ION, FSI, Chamber of Commerce working together. Politecnico di Milano SDA Bocconi https://lnkd.in/es65Desa

The Italian startup?9-Tech?has set itself the goal of making the recycling of solar panels more sustainable. This is absolutely necessary because according to?t3n, it will be necessary to recycle tens of millions of tons of solar modules in the coming decades. #recycle #solar #startup Georg Haas 9-Tech Pietrogiovanni Cerchier https://lnkd.in/dx73g5ih

While funding for Italian startups has been growing, the country still ranks eighth in Europe by VC investment, according to?Dealroom. Newly created?Italian Founders Fund?(IFF) hopes to help with the catching up, both in quantity and in quality. With €50 million to invest into 25 companies, it also positions itself as a sector agnostic, founder friendly fund that understands the pain points of entrepreneurs. Italian Founders Fund Glaut JetHR Lorenzo Franzi https://lnkd.in/en7WBtcM

Milan-based Futura, an AI-powered education company, announced on Tuesday that it has raised €14M in a Series A funding round led by Eurazeo. Existing investor United Ventures and new investor Axon Partners Group participated in this round.?? Futura Silicon Canals - European Technology News Andrea Chirolli Francesco Salvatore Lorenzo Pinto https://lnkd.in/dW9dTTfr

The Polytechnic of Turin's incubator, I3P, has been selected as an operator for the National Cybersecurity Agency's (ACN) Cyber Innovation Network. To mark this achievement, I3P relaunches its focus on cybersecurity with the launch of the Cybersecurity Incubation Program. Developed in collaboration with leading industry partners Leonardo and C*Sparks, this program offers a comprehensive support path for young, innovative companies in the cybersecurity space. The program provides resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities specifically designed to help these companies flourish. I3P - Innovative Companies Incubator of Politecnico Torino Leonardo C*Sparks Giuseppe Scellato https://lnkd.in/eBZqR7Yj

Looking beyond its famed fashion and design scene, Milan is thriving as a European leader in tech and entrepreneurship! The city fosters a vibrant ecosystem where startups focus on impactful and sustainable solutions. Curious to see some examples? EU-Startups has curated a list of 10 promising Milan-based startups founded since 2020. From AI-powered content creators to sustainable food heroes, these companies are making waves in their industries. Stay tuned for more about these innovative businesses and the exciting future of Milan's startup scene! #Milan #Startups #Innovation #Sustainability AGADE Babaco Market Chiron Energy Contents.com Gility | La formazione per il futuro JAMPY Jet HR Qomodo Tundr Viceversa https://lnkd.in/d5WNFAwB

Big news for high-precision manufacturing! ???? Lithium Lasers, an Italian startup, just secured €3.5 million to advance their ultrashort pulse laser tech (FemtoFlash). This funding will accelerate production and development of new UV lasers, impacting industries like aerospace & healthcare. #FemtoFlash #LaserTech Lithium Lasers Cate Lawrence Alessandro Greborio https://lnkd.in/exn4WfgK

Italy-based Greenrail Group has been testing PV on railway sleepers along a railway line between the towns of Modena and Sassuolo, in Emilia Romagna, Italy, since 2018. https://lnkd.in/e2hMEF5x pv magazine Italia Greenrail Group Lara Morandotti Emanuele Occhipinti

Founded in 2022, Stepsconnect offers an innovative solution to contemporary recruiting challenges, through a multi-channel digital platform that helps companies HR teams quickly find qualified GenZ and Millennial candidates. EU-Startups Stefano De Marzo StepsConnect Matteo Trovò https://lnkd.in/euyu43FZ