17th October 2023 – Dubai, UAE; Italy is leading the charge in cultivating a sustainable digital economy, as the country proudly takes the spotlight as the only European nation represented at the Expand North Star 2023 at Dubai Harbour, Dubai. The Expand North Star, a global epicenter for industry leaders, innovators, and forward-thinking entrepreneurs to converge, unveil cutting-edge technologies and exchange groundbreaking ideas, offering defining moment in Italy’s dynamic digital trade landscape.
The Italian Trade Agency pavilion represents 20 Italian startups with visionary solutions in blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), and augmented reality (AR). Italy’s presence is not only prominent but diverse, underscoring the nation’s unwavering dedication to fostering international collaborations and fueling economic growth. Italian Trade Agency pioneering startups will capture the imagination with a wide spectrum of sectors, including Artificial Intelligence, Space Tech, Mobility, Immersive Tech, Healthcare, Fintech, Software Product, Construction Tech, Event Tech, and AdTech/MarTech. Their collective ambition? To lead the charge in developing a sustainable digital economy that embraces technological advances while ensuring a brighter, more eco-conscious future.
The Ambassador of Italy to the UAE, Lorenzo Fanara, said “In Europe, Italy is spearheading transformative conversations; innovation and sustainable digital transformation is thriving amongst startups with the government making significant investment in the sector. Our presence at Expand North Star is a sign of our continued efforts to expose global audience to Italian businesses. We are represented with exceptional startups across diverse digital portfolio ready to connect with the global market.”
“Our involvement in Expand North Star is an indication of our strategic placement within the digital transformation landscape. Leading conversation in a sustainable economy gives us an opportunity to showcase innovative spirit of Italian businesses and their commitment to sustainability. I am confident that the Italian pavilion will be a great success and that our startups will be able to connect with potential investors and partners from all over the world.” said Amedeo Scarpa, Italian Trade Commissioner to the UAE.
