Italy's innovative startup ecosystem is entering a new phase of expansion, generating jobs, increasing revenues, and demonstrating growing competitiveness in advanced technologies. From artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and biotechnology, young companies are becoming an increasingly important engine of the Italian economy.
According to a report presented by InnovUp and Assolombarda at CES Unveiled Milano on October 21, 2026, Italy has 25,597 active innovative startups and former startups. Together, these businesses employed 70,991 people in 2025, an increase of 4.1% from the previous year's 68,217.
