News Summary:
On July 23, 2026, the Italian Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT), through Giorgio Maria Tosi Beleffi, director of telecommunications, audiovisual, and technological innovation, discussed technological sovereignty at a conference, advocating for common rules, interoperability, and the protection of data and infrastructure. MIMIT indicated a focus on investments exceeding €20 billion for data centers, clarifying that sovereignty should not translate into isolationism. Earlier, on July 16, MIMIT's "Benefit Competition" roadshow arrived in Padua, marking its fourth stage after previously visiting Milan, Brindisi, and Ancona, to promote Benefit Corporations and business models geared towards creating economic and social value. By June 30, the "Benefit Competition" had reached its halfway point, with the initiative aiming to support and raise awareness for organizations adopting or intending to adopt the benefit model. Previously, on June 20, MIMIT and aerospace company Radia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of WindRunner, a next-generation ultra-large cargo aircraft, and to explore related industrial development opportunities within Italy.
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