As part of WMF – We Make Future, the GovTech Summit is a strategic space for exploring the transformative impact of emerging technologies on governance, the economy, society, and culture.
Throughout the summit, experts and policymakers will alternate between keynotes and thematic panels. Public and private stakeholders will take part in working groups and B2G sessions, with networking acting as a driving force for new synergies between national and international ecosystems. Best practices and replicable models of public innovation will also be explored in depth.
The GovTech Summit aims to foster a constructive, cross-sector dialogue with the goal of ensuring that the benefits of digital innovation are accessible, sustainable, and serve the common good. The event serves as a platform for dialogue among institutions, third-sector representatives, businesses, research bodies, and academia. It offers an opportunity to share visions, skills, and experiences on how to steer technological innovation for the benefit of the community.
Are you an institution, company, or organization active in the field of innovation?
Join us from June 24–26, 2026, at the GovTech Summit to explore how technology can become a key ally in building an inclusive and resilient future.
Distinguished Adjunct Professor Bologna Business School
Future of Smart Cities, Govtech
Layla Pavone
Innovation Technology Digital Transformation Board Municipality of Milan
Legal Tech, Legal Tech
Guido Scorza
Lawyer specialized in new technologies law and privacy
Govtech
Nello Iacono
Coordinator of Repubblica Digitale Department for Digital Transformation
Govtech
Rosa Grimaldi
Professor University of Bologna
Legal Tech, Govtech
Oreste Pollicino
Full Professor of Constitutional Law Bocconi University
Govtech
Andrea Fedeli
President & Co-Founder AWARE Think tank
Govtech
Lorenzo Salmi
CEO - Piave Digital Agency MODERATORE
Govtech
Salvatore Borghese
Senior Analyst Youtrend
Govtech
Amedeo Martina
Commander of the 3rd Section of the Telematics Investigation Unit of the Special Operations Group (ROS) Arma dei Carabinieri
Govtech
Stefano Aterno
University Professor & Lawyer Luiss Guido Carli
Govtech
Alessandro Parrotta
Founder and Owner AP Avvocati
Govtech
On. Elena Donazzan
Vice-Chair of the committee on industry, research and energy European Parliament
Govtech
Laura Borum
International Business Advisor Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark – Invest in Denmark
Govtech
Nicola Bianchi
Vice Director EDI - Confcommercio
Govtech
Fabiola Gallo
Coordinator for “Case del Made in Italy” and Business Innovation Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy
Govtech
Monica Palmirani
Full Professor of Legal Informatics University of Bologna
Govtech
Simone Maria Parazzoli
Co-founder The Agentic State
Govtech
Evelien Nieuwenburg
Co-Founder Dembrane
Govtech
Francesco Vecchi
Coordinator EU Civic AI Eumans
Govtech
Raffaele Laudani
Councillor for Urban Planning and Private Construction, Strategic Planning and Projects, Public Assets, Digital Twin, Science, Research and Knowledge, Digital Innovation Municipality of Bologna
Govtech
Marco Battino
Councillor for Universities, Youth Policies, Entrepreneurial Development, Night-Time Economy, and Civic Volunteering Municipality of Ancona
Govtech
Francesco Brianzi
Councillor for Youth Policies, Universities and Research Municipality of Piacenza
Govtech
Daniele Rocchi
Vice-Rector for Technology Transfer and Corporate Relations Politecnico di Milano
Govtech
Marco Pironti
Vice Rector for Innovation and Knowledge Valorisation University of Torino
Govtech
Paolo Spagnoletti
President Cyber 4.0, Luiss University
Govtech
Sergio Duretti
Digital Transition Lead Municipality of Modena
Govtech
Lorenzo Plumari
Councillor for Economic Development, Participation, and Districts Municipality of Cesena
Govtech
Christofer De Zotti
Mayor Municipality of Jesolo
Govtech
Pierangelo Raffini
Councilor for Economic Development, Public Works, Historic Center, Budget, and Innovation Municipality of Imola
Govtech
Bernard Dika
Undersecretary to the Presidency Region of Tuscany
Govtech
Matteo Hallissey
President +Europa
Geopolitics
Greta Cristini
Reporter
Govtech
Riccardo Corbucci
Chair of the Rome Capital Committee, Statute and Technological Innovation Roma Capitale
Govtech
Marco Porcedda
Councillor for Security, Information Systems, and Cybersecurity Municipality of Turin
Govtech
Giovanna Iacovone
Councillor for Urban and Social Regeneration Municipality of Bari
The “Startup & VC Plenary” stage at WMF - We Make Future 2026 is the space where the concept of Build What Matters takes shape: a meeting ground for startups, SMEs, investors, and corporates from all over the world, united by the desire to generate real impact.
Through panel discussions and continuous dialogue, the program explores the evolution of the innovation ecosystem, bridging global scenarios, local opportunities, and Italian success stories.
Backend & Cloud
The stage dedicated to backend development and cloud infrastructure, sponsored by DEVPUNKS, where scalability, performance, and modern architectures take center stage.
Here you’ll find best practices, real-world use cases, and solutions to design robust, distributed systems ready for the future.
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Digital Marketing & Business Solutions
The stage dedicated to digital marketing strategies and business solutions, where innovation meets performance and growth.
Here you’ll discover tools, case studies, and insights to optimize campaigns, drive results, and scale your business effectively.
Advertising
The stage dedicated to digital advertising, focusing on advanced tracking, complex funnels, and high-performing campaigns in key sectors such as healthcare.
Here you’ll explore real case studies and practical tools to optimize your advertising strategies and maximize results.
Start the Future
The stage dedicated to inspiring and guiding participants toward the future, focusing on innovation, leadership, and new opportunities.
Here you’ll discover vision, ideas, and insights to shape your path and anticipate the changes ahead.
Machine Learning
The stage dedicated to Machine Learning, focusing on techniques, models, and practical applications in real-world projects.
Here you’ll explore expert insights and case studies to understand how to implement effective ML solutions.
Content Marketing
The stage dedicated to content marketing and digital storytelling, focusing on micro-content, communities, and using AI to tell authentic stories.
Here you’ll explore practical methods, case studies, and tools to create effective and engaging content even in fast-paced, complex contexts.
Startup Arena
The stage dedicated to founders who design innovative solutions to the major challenges of the future.
Robotics & Physical AI
The stage dedicated to robotics and AI applied to the real world, focusing on hands-on projects and building intelligent robots.
Here you’ll explore demos, workshops, and real-world cases to see how AI can be applied to the physical world in innovative and engaging ways.
Social Media Strategies
The stage, powered by Social Media Strategies, dedicated to social media strategies in the age of the endless feed, where attention is the real competitive advantage.
Here you’ll discover practical insights, emerging trends, and tools to create effective and engaging content.
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AI Commerce
The stage dedicated to artificial intelligence applied to e-commerce, covering innovative strategies, personalization, and sales optimization.
Here you’ll explore case studies and practical tools to transform e-commerce with AI and maximize business results.
AI Marketing
The stage dedicated to using AI in marketing, focusing on continuous simulations, campaign optimization, and data-driven decision making.
Here you’ll explore practical examples and tools to transform marketing strategies, test concepts in real time, and enhance results.
AI & Business Transformation
The stage dedicated to providing a vision of how Artificial Intelligence will shape the future of work, business processes, and society.
Here you’ll explore perspectives, insights, and real examples to understand how AI could transform the world ahead.
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Music & Art
The stage dedicated to the future of music and art, focusing on AI, creativity, and innovations in festivals and live performances.
Here you’ll explore AI tools for music, artist promotion, and event management, along with insights to discover new artistic expressions.
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Search & AI
The stage dedicated to the evolution of search in the AI era, where SEO, new answer engines, and digital visibility converge.
Here you’ll explore strategies, case studies, and tools to optimize your online presence across traditional search and AI-driven systems.
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Entrepreneurship
The stage dedicated to the future of entrepreneurship, focusing on trust, learning, and new business models in the AI era.
Here you’ll explore ideas, tools, and perspectives to innovate and lead change in the startup and business world.
Coding Frontend
The stage dedicated to frontend development, focusing on new AI-driven coding paradigms and autonomous workflows.
Here you’ll explore real examples and innovative tools to automate testing and optimize the development of modern interfaces.
Data & Analytics
The stage dedicated to data analysis and using AI to extract deep insights and predict future trends.
Here you’ll explore real case studies and practical tools to turn data into a competitive advantage and optimize business performance.
AI Solutions
The stage dedicated to advanced AI solutions, focusing on scalable, human-centric platforms for enterprise applications.
Here you’ll explore real examples, strategies, and tools to design and implement effective and sustainable AI solutions.
GovTech
The stage where power dynamics are redefined in the age of AI.
From new forms of democracy to geopolitical shifts, from the future of work to next-generation cities, this stage brings together institutions, policymakers, companies, and research leaders to explore how technology and AI are reshaping rules, processes, and decision-making models.
From AI in justice and security to innovation diplomacy, from agentic government to new urban and regional governance models: not just vision, but direction.
To understand who will lead change — and how.
Journalism
Lo stage dedicato al futuro del giornalismo, tra innovazione digitale, AI e nuovi format narrativi.
Qui troverai prospettive, casi studio e insight da giornalisti e creator per comprendere l’evoluzione del settore.
Management & Leadership
The stage dedicated to leadership and management in the AI era, focusing on strategies to lead teams and complex processes.
Here you’ll explore real cases, insights, and tools to innovate, make effective decisions, and develop visionary leadership.
Content Creators
The stage dedicated to digital creators, YouTubers, and artists, where creativity and storytelling become practical tools to engage audiences. Part of the Social Media Strategies event and built with the support of industry agencies, this stage offers practical examples, personal experiences, and insights to grow as a content creator and build your community.
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EduTech
The stage dedicated to innovation in education, focusing on AI, cognitive mentoring, and lifelong learning.
Here you’ll explore practical examples and case studies to understand how technology can support and enhance human learning.
Mainstage
The Mainstage is the heart of WMF - We Make Future. It is the festival’s primary stage, hosting a dynamic lineup of keynotes, panels, and roundtables focused on future trends, alongside live shows, entertainment, and exclusive product launches. It is a space for deep-seated reflections and interviews on innovative topics with high social impact.
As the symbolic gathering place for the WMF Community, the Mainstage brings together leading global players and experts to explore the frontiers of technology and society. Together, we chart the course toward a better, shared, inclusive, and sustainable future.
The program is currently under development and may be subject to changes and updates.
Space Economy
The stage dedicated to the space economy, focusing on innovations, opportunities, and technologies shaping the future of space.
Here you’ll explore insights from experts and industry mentors, and real-world cases to understand the dynamics of orbital and beyond-Earth economies.
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Impact To Business
The stage dedicated to impact business models, which focuses on the inseparable link between profit and sustainability.
Here you will find outstanding case studies and strategies for implementing regenerative models, offering an in-depth overview of positive-impact growth opportunities.
UX & UI
The stage dedicated to user experience and interface design, in partnership with Architecta, focusing on practical strategies to create intuitive and engaging digital products.
Here you’ll explore real examples, case studies, and expert tips to design top-level user experiences.
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Tech For Business
The stage dedicated to technological innovation for business, focusing on tools and strategies to grow startups and companies.
Here you’ll explore talks by founders and CEOs, real-world cases, and practical insights to apply technology effectively and strategically.
Work & HR
The stage dedicated to the future of work, focusing on AI, new organizational models, and emerging skills.
Here you’ll explore insights, real-world cases, and strategies to prepare for professional changes and innovate the way we work.
Digital Strategy
The stage dedicated to innovative digital strategies, focusing on digital media, AI, and new adaptive growth models.
Here you’ll explore insights, case studies, and tools to plan effective campaigns and tackle the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Brand Strategy
The stage dedicated to brands and corporate strategy in the AI era, focusing on AI literacy, the ability to guide intelligent systems, and creating real competitive advantage.
Here you’ll explore practical insights, case studies, and tools to understand how AI can transform brand management and strategic communication.
Cybersecurity
The stage dedicated to cybersecurity, focusing on AI to optimize threat modeling and assist security architects in risk analysis.
Here you’ll explore case studies, tools, and strategies to protect complex systems and reduce cognitive load in managing cybersecurity.
Book Presentation
In this stage, visionary authors will present their books on digital and social innovation and the future of marketing. A unique opportunity to discover new ideas and perspectives through stimulating dialogues and in-depth discussions on cutting-edge topics.
The goal: to inspire reflection and personal growth by exploring the narratives that will shape the future.
Legal Tech
The stage dedicated to legal innovation, focusing on AI, algorithms, and digital systems applied to law and regulatory compliance.
Here you’ll explore case studies, best practices, and insights to understand how technologies are transforming the legal sector and supporting businesses and professionals.
Agentic AI
The stage dedicated to Agentic AI and Agentic Experience Architectures, focusing on context-aware, adaptive intelligent systems that go beyond single-task automation.
Here you’ll explore examples and concepts on structuring autonomous AI flows for complex, personalized user experiences.
Non-Profit
The stage dedicated to technology for the non-profit sector, focusing on digital tools, VR, and video games to enhance social impact and resilience.
Here you’ll explore practical examples and innovative projects to support education, inclusion, and social action through technology.
Fintech & Digital Assets
The stage dedicated to the future of finance and fintech, focusing on AI, payment innovations, and new business models.
Here you’ll explore insights and perspectives on how technology is transforming the financial sector and the emerging opportunities for companies and startups.
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Innovation Film Fest
The stage dedicated to innovative cinema and audiovisual content, focusing on digital storytelling, emerging technologies, and narratives exploring the future.
Here you’ll explore screenings, case studies, and discussions with directors and creatives to discover new forms of cinema and media.
Digital Health
The stage, in partnership with FONDAZIONE GIMBE, dedicated to digital innovation in healthcare, focusing on AI, molecular modeling, and tools to improve treatments and hospital processes.
Here you’ll explore expert talks, case studies, and innovative projects to see how technology is transforming health and medicine.
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AI Tourism
The stage dedicated to Artificial Intelligence applied to tourism, focusing on experience personalization, data analysis, and service innovation.
Here you’ll explore case studies, tools, and strategies to transform the travel industry and enhance the traveler experience.
Social Advertising
The stage dedicated to social advertising, focusing on advanced performance measurement, experimentation, and creative optimization across major platforms.
Here you’ll explore real case studies, testing frameworks, and repeatable workflows to improve conversions, ROAS, and campaign impact.
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Geopolitics
In an era of global shifts and evolving balances, the Geopolitics Stage provides a compass for navigating international dynamics. This space is dedicated to analyzing global scenarios, new power structures, and the challenges reshaping the boundaries of politics and economics. It is a vital meeting point for understanding the forces governing our present and anticipating the developments of an increasingly interconnected future.
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Made in Italy Futures
Within the WMF – We Make Future, Philip Morris International aims to promote a space for discussion to spark reflection on the future we are building for Made in Italy and for the SME system. A future that is not only about the economy, but also about the social resilience of local territories, the evolution of work and its relationship with artificial intelligence, generational transition, and the hidden innovation that thousands of companies produce every day without being able to communicate it. Under the patronage of Fondazione per l’innovazione COTEC, CNA Artigiani e Imprenditori d’Italia, and Confindustria Emilia-Romagna.
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AI for Civil Engineering
Artificial intelligence has entered the world of construction and civil engineering not as a future promise, but as a transformation already underway: from structural design to material optimization, from computational BIM to infrastructure monitoring, all the way to reliability and safety assessment. This revolution, long foretold, now demands to be guided with competence, critical thinking, and vision. This stage brings together academia, the construction industry, and institutions for an afternoon to take stock of where we truly stand and where we are heading. The goal is not to celebrate technology, but to discuss honestly what AI can do today, what it cannot yet do, and the responsibilities—technical, regulatory, and ethical—that this transformation brings with it, while keeping the quality and safety of works at the center.
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Tech & Digital Insights
The meeting point between technological evolution and strategic vision. This stage is designed to explore the digital tools and trends redefining the market, providing the instruments needed to drive change. Through the voices of entrepreneurs, founders, and managers, you will discover real-world case studies and operational insights to transform innovation into a concrete competitive advantage.
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Session for 24 june
24 june
Mainstage
Co - Hosting
Veronica Maffei
Journalist
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
Guglielmo Scilla
Content Creator
24 june
09:45
Mainstage
Live Concert!
I Patagarri
24 june
10:15 - 10:45
Mainstage
Opening Ceremony WMF 2026!
Alicia Hanf
Head of Institutional Ecosystem Partnerships
LG NOVA - LG Electronics
Alessandra Cuevas
Nader Aljorf
International Ecosystem Partnerships
We Make Future
24 june
10:45 - 11:00
Mainstage
Welcome to WMF 2026!
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
24 june
11:00 - 11:15
Mainstage
Institutional Greetings - Ribbon Cutting
Vincenzo Colla
Vice President with responsibility for Economic Development and Green Economy, Energy, Vocational Training, University and Research
Emilia-Romagna Region
Rosa Grimaldi
Delegate for Economic Promotion and Attractiveness, Innovation, Enterprises and Startups, Cultural and Creative Industries, and Technopole Impact
Municipality of Bologna
Gianpiero Calzolari
President
BolognaFiere
24 june
11:15 - 11:20
Mainstage
Startup Day at WMF 2026!
Claudio Melchiorri
Professor, Delegate for relations with companies and industrial research
University of Bologna
24 june
11:20 - 11:30
Mainstage
Nothing is Impossible: The Journey of an NBA Ring Legend
Marco Belinelli
European Basketball Legend and NBA Champion
24 june
11:30 - 12:10
GovTech
Attrattività urbana: come le città competono su talenti, innovazione e qualità della vita
Le città sono oggi al centro di una competizione crescente per attrarre talenti, imprese e nuove opportunità di sviluppo. In questo scenario, l’innovazione urbana si intreccia con qualità della vita, servizi, politiche giovanili e modelli di sviluppo economico, ridefinendo il ruolo delle amministrazioni locali. Dalla valorizzazione degli ecosistemi imprenditoriali all’economia della notte, fino al marketing territoriale e alla trasformazione dei servizi, il panel mette a confronto esperienze e strategie per comprendere come le città stanno costruendo la propria attrattività nel contesto contemporaneo.Modera: Antonello Barone
Antonello Barone
Ideatore del Festival del Sarà - Dialoghi sul futuro
MODERATORE
Nello Iacono
Coordinator of Repubblica Digitale
Department for Digital Transformation
Layla Pavone
Innovation Technology Digital Transformation Board
Municipality of Milan
Marco Battino
Councillor for Universities, Youth Policies, Entrepreneurial Development, Night-Time Economy, and Civic Volunteering
Municipality of Ancona
Francesco Brianzi
Councillor for Youth Policies, Universities and Research
Municipality of Piacenza
24 june
11:30 - 11:40
Mainstage
AI, For Real
Roberto Morandi
Southern Europe AI Business Development Executive
Dell Technologies
24 june
11:30 - 11:50
Start the Future
To Care, to Bear Witness, to Resist
During a humanitarian emergency, in contexts marked by conflict, hunger, and violence, words become an integral part of medical action. Denouncing injustice, bearing witness to survivors' stories, and celebrating their resilience is a form of care, especially in the many places far from the media spotlight. This is what the field staff of Doctors Without Borders (MSF) learn—a humanitarian organization that, for over 50 years, has combined medical action with the act of bearing witness. When silence is more terrifying than bombs or epidemics, words can become both healing and defense.
Francesca Fiorini
Referente Medica
Medici Senza Frontiere
24 june
11:40 - 11:55
Mainstage
Enabling the Future of Innovation: From Research to Industry Impact
Alberto Sangiovanni Vincentelli
Professor of EECS
University of California, Berkeley
24 june
11:50 - 12:10
Fintech & Digital Assets
Beyond the Hype: Is Blockchain Still Investable?
Lorenzo Congiu
Venture Capitalist
Azimut
24 june
11:50 - 12:10
Start the Future
Building Revenue Engines for Impact: from Mission to Measurable Growth
Mission-driven organizations rarely fail for a lack of vision. They fail for a lack of structure in growth. After more than 15 years between international corporates and non-profits, building teams that have generated millions of euros for environmental and social projects, I have learned that impact is not scaled with enthusiasm, but with architecture: clear objectives, defined roles, sales and fundraising systems, strategic partnerships, and results-oriented leadership. In this session, I will share the practical framework I use to transform mission into sustainable growth, without compromising identity and credibility. We will talk about revenue engines, corporate partnerships, team organization, and the main mistakes that block impact-driven entities when they try to grow. This is not a motivational talk. It is an operational method for those who truly want to scale.
Susanna Finardi
Head of Corporate Partnerships | Executive Growth Advisor
Oxfam
24 june
11:50 - 12:20
Legal Tech
Il tuo smartphone è sotto attacco? come scoprire spyware invisibili come Pegasus
Pegasus è uno degli spyware più sofisticati al mondo e spesso chi viene spiato non se ne accorge. Un viaggio dentro il lato invisibile dello spionaggio digitale: spyware zero-click, tracce che svaniscono e tecniche forensi per rilevare ciò che a occhio nudo non si vede. Un talk per capire come proteggere persone, dati e organizzazioni.
Mattia Epifani
Global Digital Forensics Advisor
BIT4LAW
24 june
11:50 - 12:20
Digital Health
Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Opportunities and Critical Issues
Digital transformation represents a strategic lever for improving the access, quality, efficiency, and sustainability of the National Health Service (SSN). However, the adoption of digital technologies and AI-based solutions does not automatically translate into useful innovation: it requires solid evidence, public governance, value assessment, protection of equity, and integration into clinical-organizational processes. This presentation analyzes the opportunities and challenges of digitalizing Italian healthcare, highlighting the necessary conditions for technology to truly contribute to improving health outcomes, reducing inequalities, and strengthening a universal, fair, and sustainable healthcare system.
Nino Cartabellotta
President
Fondazione Gimbe
24 june
11:50 - 12:20
AI & Business Transformation
Where is AI?
Massimo Chiriatti
Director of Innovation
Lenovo
24 june
11:55 - 12:05
Mainstage
The Sleep of Reason in the Digital Age
Randa Ghazy
Journalist, Author & Media Specialist
24 june
12:05 - 12:10
Mainstage
WMF Innovation Awards x Vero Volley: True Love
Alessandra Marzari
President
Consorzio Vero Volley
Alessandra Cuevas
24 june
12:10 - 12:30
Mainstage
Information and Journalism in the Digital Era
Enrico Mentana
Journalist & Director
La7
24 june
12:10 - 12:30
Fintech & Digital Assets
How Insurtech is becoming the new conversion engine for e-commerce and digital ecosystems
Until recently, insurance was a complex product sold in agencies. Today it is a seamless, invisible experience embedded in the services we use every day. From booking a trip to purchasing a smartphone, Insurtech is transforming digital platforms into the true insurance distributors of the future. Simone Ranucci Brandimarte (President of Italian Insurtech Association) will explore the boom of Embedded Insurance: how brands, e-commerce players, and tech companies can leverage this revolution to create new revenue streams, reduce cart abandonment rates, and deliver hyper-personalized customer experiences.
Simone Ranucci Brandimarte
President & Co-founder
IIA e Yolo Group
24 june
12:20 - 13:00
Start the Future
From artificial intelligence to hybrid intelligence: new ideas for better interaction with AI Technologies
We live alongside machines that write, suggest, diagnose, and make decisions with us. But the real question is not how intelligent these systems are: it is what we become when we learn to use them at their best. Focusing on how to design better hybrid intelligence encourages us to move beyond both enthusiasm and fear, and allows us to understand how to build more lucid and responsible collaborative relationships between people and the technologies they use to work, stay informed, and create value.
Federico Cabitza
Associated Professor & Co-Founder
Univ. Milano-Bicocca // FBK // RedOpen SRL
24 june
12:20 - 13:00
GovTech
Democrazia nell’era dell’AI: informazione, consenso e nuovi equilibri di potere
L’evoluzione dell’intelligenza artificiale e delle piattaforme digitali sta ridefinendo in modo profondo i processi democratici, incidendo sulla produzione e distribuzione dell’informazione, sulla formazione del consenso e sugli equilibri tra cittadini, istituzioni e attori privati. In un contesto in cui dati, algoritmi e modelli predittivi influenzano sempre più il dibattito pubblico, emergono nuove sfide legate alla trasparenza, alla qualità dell’informazione e alla tutela dei diritti fondamentali. Il panel mette a confronto prospettive accademiche, istituzionali e operative per analizzare i rischi e le opportunità di questa trasformazione e riflettere sul futuro della democrazia nell’era digitale.Modera: Antonello Barone
Antonello Barone
Ideatore del Festival del Sarà - Dialoghi sul futuro
MODERATORE
On. Riccardo Magi
Member of the Constitutional Affairs Committee
Italian Chamber of Deputies
Oreste Pollicino
Full Professor of Constitutional Law
Bocconi University
Marco Cappato
President
Eumans
Raffaele Laudani
Councillor for Urban Planning and Private Construction, Strategic Planning and Projects, Public Assets, Digital Twin, Science, Research and Knowledge, Digital Innovation
Municipality of Bologna
24 june
12:30
Mainstage
Closing Session 1!
Day 1
24 june
12:40 - 13:00
Fintech & Digital Assets
Speed, Trust, and Data: Inside Klarna’s Engine Powering 3 Million Transactions a Day
Every day, Klarna processes more than 3 million transactions, with AI-driven credit decisions made in a fraction of a second and a repayment rate of 99%.How can speed, accuracy, and trust be balanced at this scale? And how are consumer expectations around lending and payments evolving?This discussion explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping credit, transforming the shopping experience, and redefining the relationship between people and financial services.
Gessica David
Head of Partner Success Italy
Klarna
24 june
12:40 - 13:10
Digital Health
When voice meets AI: non-invasive solutions for monitoring patient health
AI applied to voice opens new possibilities for the non-invasive monitoring of patient health. Through the automated analysis of vocal signals, it is possible to achieve early detection of alterations related to respiratory, neurological, or vocal disorders. This approach offers innovative diagnostic and monitoring solutions that can reach large populations and be seamlessly integrated into clinical and home-care pathways.
Gabriele Ciravegna
Researcher
AI Lab- Intesa Sanpaolo Innovation Center
24 june
12:40 - 13:10
AI & Business Transformation
Frontier Transformation: Turning AI into Competitive Advantage
In a world where AI is everywhere, the real challenge is not adoption—it’s turning it into a measurable competitive advantage. This session explores how leading organizations are leveraging AI to move beyond experimentation and drive real business transformation. Discover the Frontier Transformation approach, where AI evolves from a technology capability to a strategic engine for innovation, productivity, and sustainable growth.
Maria Vittoria Tomaini
Cloud & AI Lead for Italy
Microsoft
24 june
12:40 - 13:10
Legal Tech
Teenagers, AI Chatbots, and Mental Health: Risks and New Perspectives
Globally, an increasing number of teenagers are using AI chatbots to seek mental health support. The risk, however, is that these tools may be perceived as perfect, real-time "substitutes" for professionals. This raises significant concerns, especially when chatbots provide advice that lacks medical-scientific foundations or is potentially harmful, without possessing a genuine understanding of the teenager's life experiences or fragile state.
Francesca Braga
International Criminal Lawyer
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24 june
13:00 - 13:20
Fintech & Digital Assets
Why Can’t We “Trust” AI?
Trust is a central issue both when discussing Artificial Intelligence and when exploring Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT).
What are the fundamental ingredients for building advanced AI systems that genuinely keep humans at the center?
Massimo Chiriatti
Director of Innovation
Lenovo
24 june
14:00 - 14:20
GovTech
Diplomazia dell’innovazione: il ruolo dell’Europa tra tecnologia, startup e geopolitica
In uno scenario globale sempre più competitivo, l’innovazione tecnologica è diventata una leva strategica di politica internazionale, capace di ridefinire equilibri economici, relazioni tra Stati e dinamiche di sviluppo. In questo contesto, l’Europa è chiamata a rafforzare il proprio ruolo attraverso una combinazione di policy, investimenti e strumenti di diplomazia economica, valorizzando startup, imprese e centri di ricerca. Il panel mette a confronto prospettive europee e nazionali per analizzare come tecnologia e innovazione stiano entrando nelle strategie geopolitiche e quali opportunità si aprono per l’ecosistema europeo nel contesto globale.Modera: Antonello Barone
Antonello Barone
Ideatore del Festival del Sarà - Dialoghi sul futuro
MODERATORE
Sergio Strozzi
Head of Innovation, Technology and Startups
Ministero degli Affari Esteri
24 june
14:20 - 14:40
Start the Future
Beyond the limit: when an impossible idea takes flight
Jakidale
Youtuber & Content Creator
24 june
14:30 - 15:00
Legal Tech
Artificial Intelligence and law between technological humanism and digital sovereignty
The speech aims to analyze the relationship between law and artificial intelligence, examining the models of technological humanism and digital sovereignty in light of European regulation (EU Regulation 2024/1689) and national legislation (Law 132/2025). The governance of artificial intelligence—based on risk, transparency, and human oversight—drives an evolution in legal principles and instruments, while at the same time revealing unprecedented challenges that must be addressed.
Fernanda Faini
Professor of Legal Informatics
Pegaso University
24 june
14:30 - 15:00
AI & Business Transformation
From Digital Transformation to AI Transformation
Most organizations are still running digital transformation programs inside an operating model built for human limitations. They made existing processes faster and more visible, but the underlying structure - siloed roles, narrow specialization, and fragmented decision-making - remained largely unchanged.AI transformation is different. It doesn’t just accelerate work; it removes the constraints that made the old model necessary. When systems can hold and connect knowledge across domains that no human can master simultaneously, the old boundaries between functions and disciplines start to lose their purpose. Execution can be handled by agents. Human work shifts toward orchestration, judgment, and defining outcomes rather than performing tasks.This is not an efficiency story. It is an architectural one. Organizations that continue using AI primarily to reduce headcount or speed up existing processes will stay trapped in the logic of the past. Those that redesign how work is structured around what AI can now do will move from an economy of reduction to one of creation -discovering new possibilities instead of simply optimizing what already exists.The real transformation begins when leaders stop asking how AI can improve the current model, and start asking what the model should become.
Yuval Dvir
Commercial Executive
SandboxAQ
24 june
14:30 - 15:00
Space Economy
Space to Earth: the evolution of the Italian space economy
The global space economy is undergoing a phase of rapid transformation and significant expansion. This dynamic is driven by a combination of geopolitical factors, the maturation of enabling technologies, and the strengthening of the value chain—impacting investments, industrial models, and strategic priorities. In this international and European landscape, Italy now stands at a turning point. This session will illustrate the evolutionary trajectories of the Italian Space Economy, examining both the national space supply chain and its progressive expansion into non-space sectors.
Carlo Negri
Director - POLIMI Space Economy Observatory
Polimi School of Management
24 june
14:30 - 15:10
GovTech
AI, ricerca e formazione: come cambiano università e competenze nel nuovo scenario tecnologico
L’intelligenza artificiale sta ridefinendo profondamente il ruolo delle università, incidendo sui modelli di ricerca, sui percorsi formativi e sulle competenze richieste dal mercato. In questo scenario, gli atenei sono chiamati a ripensare il proprio posizionamento come attori centrali negli ecosistemi dell’innovazione, capaci di formare nuove professionalità e di guidare lo sviluppo tecnologico. Il panel mette a confronto due prospettive di vertice per analizzare come cambiano didattica, ricerca e collaborazione con le imprese, e quali sfide attendono il sistema universitario nel contesto dell’evoluzione dell’AI.Modera: Antonello Barone
Antonello Barone
Ideatore del Festival del Sarà - Dialoghi sul futuro
MODERATORE
Antonella Polimeni
Rettrice
Università La Sapienza
Daniele Rocchi
Vice-Rector for Technology Transfer and Corporate Relations
Politecnico di Milano
Marco Pironti
Vice Rector for Innovation and Knowledge Valorisation
University of Torino
Paolo Spagnoletti
President
Cyber 4.0, Luiss University
Rosa Grimaldi
Professor
University of Bologna
24 june
14:30 - 14:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
The future of international commerce: corporate treasury management and cross-border payments with stablecoins
Paolo Luigi Burlone
Founding Partner - Tax Committee
Coinlex - Moneyviz
Arturo Schembri
Co-founder & CFO
Hercle
24 june
14:30 - 15:00
Digital Health
Using AI towards new medical breakthroughs: Building the (virtual) cell
The quest to extend human healthspan and decode the biological mechanisms of aging is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by an inflection point in artificial intelligence. We are transitioning from a slow, observational approach in longevity science to a highly predictive, generative paradigm. I will explore how the convergence of advanced AI architectures and massive biological datasets is not just accelerating discovery, but fundamentally altering our approach to aging, cellular senescence, and age-related disease. At the foundation of this revolution are groundbreaking advances in biomolecular modeling and structural prediction. When coupled with emerging, purpose-built foundation models for biology and medicine, researchers are gaining the ability to decode intricate epigenetic and proteomic signatures. This enables the rational design of novel geroprotectors, targeted therapeutics, and highly personalized interventions with unprecedented speed and precision. However, the next frontier in longevity medicine lies in the transition from static structural mapping to dynamic biological simulation. The development of "world models" for biology and fully realized "virtual cells" represents a paradigm shift for the field. By simulating complex cellular behaviors and tissue-level interactions in silico, these dynamic models allow us to safely and rapidly test millions of potential anti-aging interventions. They enable researchers to predict complex systemic responses, model the long-term cascade of cellular aging, and evaluate multi-drug regimens without the immediate need for decades-long clinical trials.
Simone Bianco
VP, Physics, Molecular & Hybrid Modeling
Altos Labs - Institute of Computation
24 june
14:40 - 15:00
Start the Future
The synthetic truth: trust, deepfakes, and the future of information in the age of AI
Deepfakes are redefining the boundary between what is real and what is false. Through a study on users’ reactions to AI-generated content distributed by sources perceived as trustworthy, we will explore how trust is built in the age of synthetic media. Even when flagged, deepfakes are often misunderstood or ignored, amid polarized emotions and limited critical awareness. What happens to truth when everything can be generated?
Elvis Tusha
Senior AI Consultant & Divulgatore
Freelance
24 june
14:50 - 15:10
Fintech & Digital Assets
Transparent Tokenization: How Avalanche Brings Assets, Tickets, and Identity into the Real World
Giacomo Barbieri
AI Growth
Danilo Giudice
MoneyViz
24 june
15:10 - 15:50
Start the Future
Who Tells the Truth? Media, Identity, and New Narratives in the Digital Age
Contemporary crises reach us through images, headlines, and often fragmented content, filtered by the logic of media and digital communication. In a context where information, propaganda, and public perception are constantly intertwined, it becomes crucial to question who shapes collective narratives and which stories remain invisible. Spanning social media, journalism, and new forms of communication, this interview reflects on the relationship between identity, memory, and representation, starting from an analysis of the books by Randa Ghazy and Pegah Moshir Pour.
Pegah Moshir Pour
Activist & Writer
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Randa Ghazy
Journalist, Author & Media Specialist
24 june
15:20 - 15:50
Digital Health
From Vision to Reality: How Digital Health Became the Present
In this keynote, Roberto Ascione explores the evolution of a vision that, over three decades, has helped transform digital health as we know it today. Drawing on the ideas presented in his book “The Future of Health”, he unpacks how the belief that digital technology could make care more accessible, sustainable, and human became a roadmap for innovation. With AI now accelerating every dimension of healthcare, from clinical decision support to patient engagement, from drug discovery to digital therapeutics, the keynote offers a clear perspective on how this transformation has taken shape over time. He shares lessons on which visionary ideas endured, how course corrections proved necessary, and why the most human ambitions, such as empowering patients, restoring the doctor patient relationship, and democratizing access, have proven the most durable. This is not a keynote about what’s coming. It’s the story of what has already arrived and what it took to get here.
Roberto Ascione
CEO
Future Health Group
24 june
15:20 - 15:40
Fintech & Digital Assets
From Hype to Infrastructure: Where We Are and Where We Are Heading
Moving from hype to infrastructure means shifting from narratives to numbers. This talk offers an evidence-based perspective grounded in data collected by the Observatory, with the aim of understanding which technologies and use cases are generating real value, how ecosystem players are evolving, and which future directions are emerging.
Valeria Portale
Director of the Blockchain & Web3, Innovative Payments, Digital Identity & Wallet, and Quantum Computing & Communication Observatories, & of the Center for Digital Envisioning
Polytechnic University of Milan
24 june
15:20 - 15:50
AI & Business Transformation
The AI Journey
The presentation will showcase how Dell Technologies, together with Intel, aims to make AI accessible, practical, and secure by bringing artificial intelligence directly to where data resides.The session will explore how organizations can transform data into a competitive advantage, with a particular focus on cybersecurity, on-premises control, and regulatory compliance, enabling businesses to adopt AI while maintaining security, governance, and trust.
Giacomo Ragionieri
Server & Networking Distribuitor Account Manager
Dell Technologies Italia
Marco Righini
Solution Architect
Intel
24 june
15:20 - 16:00
GovTech
Dalle policy all’impatto: come le istituzioni guidano la trasformazione digitale e sociale
Le Regioni sono oggi tra i principali attori nell’implementazione delle politiche di innovazione, chiamate a tradurre strategie e indirizzi in interventi concreti su digitale, lavoro e inclusione sociale. In questo scenario, la sfida non è più solo definire policy, ma misurarne l’impatto reale sui territori e sui cittadini, integrando innovazione tecnologica e welfare. Il panel mette a confronto esperienze e approcci diversi per analizzare come le amministrazioni regionali stanno guidando la trasformazione digitale e sociale, tra attuazione, risultati e modelli replicabili.Modera: Antonello Barone
Antonello Barone
Ideatore del Festival del Sarà - Dialoghi sul futuro
MODERATORE
Fabiola Gallo
Coordinator for “Case del Made in Italy” and Business Innovation
Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy
Valentina Cera
Secretary Councillor of the Presidency Office of the Regional Council
Piedmont Region
Matteo Rossi
Assistente Personale Assessore Alberto Lenzi
Regione Toscana
Elvira Raviele
Dirigente Ufficio di Gabinetto
Ministero imprese e made in Italy
24 june
15:20 - 15:50
Legal Tech
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Constitutionalism
A reflection on the challenges that artificial intelligence poses to law, rights, and the regulation and governance of businesses.
You can’t say anything anymore... or can you? Language, stereotypes, and inclusion in media and advertising
A round table bringing together journalism, marketing, and entertainment to explore the role of language in shaping social perception. Through case studies and real-world examples, the panel addresses topics such as neurodivergence, gender stereotypes, body shaming, and racism in contemporary media and communication. Moving across news, advertising, and digital content, the session combines critical analysis, practical insights, and satire.
Marianna Tramontano
Consulente di Marketing Digitale & Comunicazione
Marketing On Demand
Daniela Losini
Art Director & Gender Editor
Grazia Factory
Valentina Ternullo
Giornalista & Senior Content Producer
Radio 24
Assane Diop
Content Creator & Comico di Zelig
24 june
16:10 - 16:15
Mainstage
Opening Session 2!
Day 1
24 june
16:10 - 16:40
Legal Tech
Your business is not your own. How to defend yourself against the power of platforms that can shut down an SME with a single click.
Small and medium-sized enterprises operate within digital ecosystems they do not control, developing a tangible dependency on major platforms over time. This presentation analyzes this structural dependency and the resulting power imbalance. Sudden account closures, withheld funds, opaque algorithms, and unanswered complaints produce immediate effects on turnover and business continuity. Hence, the examination of applicable regulations, their level of implementation, and the protective instruments currently available. A pragmatic intervention for those seeking to protect their business before someone else decides whether it may continue to exist.
Antonino Polimeni
Lawyer & Founder
Polimeni.Legal
24 june
16:10 - 16:30
Fintech & Digital Assets
Digital Euro and the Digitalisation of the Economy: Public Money, Trust, and Infrastructure
Interview with Alessia Vita, Bank of Italy – Eurosystem, Vice Team Lead – Digital Euro Unit
The session illustrates how ABB moved from a Gen AI proof‑of‑concept to a scalable platform adopted by 40,000+ employees, driving a shift in mindset and ways of working. The audience will learn about: -Technology setup: how Abby is built, secure cloud hosting of 15 LLMs, privacy, compliance and system integrations. Capabilities and adoption: user features, Agent Marketplace, APIs, and adoption at scale. Governance and education: global rollout in an agile, decentralized organization supported by education initiatives.
Giulio Pizzuto
Global Digital Marketing Leader
ABB
Simone Zambetti
Data Science Manager
ABB
24 june
16:10 - 16:25
Digital Health
Voice as Data: AI for Extracting Clinical and Organizational Value in the Healthcare System
Voice is one of the richest and least explored sources of data in healthcare: not only a tool for communication, but a biomarker capable of reflecting patients' physical and mental health. Through Artificial Intelligence techniques applied to voice analysis, it is now possible to transform speech into actionable insights at both a clinical level (early diagnosis, monitoring of neurological and respiratory diseases, psychological support) and an organizational level (optimization of triage flows, contact center interactions, automation of CUP/booking processes).The case study will show how integrating voice analysis AI models within digital healthcare ecosystems can:Improve the quality of care through predictive signals hidden in the voice.Enhance booking and support systems (CUP and call centers) with voice AI tools to reduce operational workloads.Provide new population metrics for public health (Population Health Management).
Andrea Buccoliero
Innovation Manager
GPI SPA
24 june
16:15 - 16:25
Mainstage
Rockin’1000: When a Thousand People Become One Band – From a Wild Idea to a Global Movement
Fabio Zaffagnini
Founder
Rockin'1000
24 june
16:25 - 16:40
Digital Health
Don't call them Influencers – How influential patients are changing the way we talk about health online
Talking about illnesses on social media? That’s exactly what patient communities do: 87% seek information online, 79% look for connections with others, and 76% compare experiences after medical visits. This trend highlights the growing importance of influential patients who, drawing from their own experiences, provide practical and emotional support to others. In the talk "Don’t Call Them Influencers", we will explore their role in online healthcare communication.
Brenda Herrera
Digital Supervisor
The Bloc Milano
Gaia Presotto
Board Member In.Pazienti
24 june
16:25 - 16:40
Mainstage
Pay, Save, Invest: Shaping the Digital Wallet of Tomorrow
Luca Carabetta
Country Manager Italy
Trade Republic
Luigi Traldi
Head of Southern Europe
Klarna
24 june
16:30 - 16:50
GovTech
Dalla cultura ecologista all’innovazione sostenibile
Una fireside chat dedicata al rapporto tra transizione ecologica, innovazione tecnologica e responsabilità pubblica. A partire dall’esperienza istituzionale e di governo maturata sui temi ambientali e dell’innovazione, il confronto affronterà l’evoluzione della cultura ecologista nell’era dell’intelligenza artificiale e delle trasformazioni digitali, esplorando il ruolo delle istituzioni, delle imprese e della società civile nella costruzione di un futuro in cui tecnologia, tutela dell’ambiente e bene comune possano procedere nella stessa direzione.
Antonello Barone
Ideatore del Festival del Sarà - Dialoghi sul futuro
MODERATORE
Alfonso Pecoraro Scanio
President
UniVerde Foundation
24 june
16:30 - 16:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
From the Attention Economy to Prediction Markets: Prediction Markets Between Blockchain and Collective Intelligence
While the attention economy rewards those who capture clicks, prediction markets reward those who make more accurate forecasts. Built on open blockchain infrastructures, users’ economic participation fuels a process of collective intelligence that has the potential to reshape the way we observe and make decisions, while also introducing new risks to which we are not yet accustomed.
Marco Tullio Giordano
Tech Lawyer
42 Law Firm
Gabriele Del Mese
Founder & Coordinator
Moneyviz & Casa Sanremo Invest
Massimiliano Zulli
Communication Expert, Author, and Podcaster
Moneyviz & Casa Sanremo Invest
24 june
16:40 - 16:50
Mainstage
GETEC - Shaping the energy transition
Arthur Gebhardt
Senior Manager Business Development & New Technologies
GETEC PARK.SWISS
24 june
16:50 - 17:10
Start the Future
The Pink Tax: The Price of "Tech for Her"
Why does a splash of rose gold often cost an extra 20%? From pastel laptops to "feminine" smartwatches, tech marketed to women frequently carries a steeper price tag without any boost in technical specs. How does the "Pink Tax" manifest in the digital age, and in what ways do superficial aesthetic shifts mask price gouging? What is the psychology behind gendered branding, and why should "shrinking and pinking" a gadget result in a premium? This session explores how we can demand equity in both hardware and the price tag.
Sana Afouaiz
Founder & CEO
Womenpreneur
24 june
16:50 - 17:00
Mainstage
The Future of AI Infrastructure: Bologna and the European AI Ecosystem
Francesco Ubertini
President
CINECA
24 june
17:00 - 17:20
Mainstage
The Future of Human Rights: Designing a New Global Conscience
Francesca Albanese
UN Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur
24 june
17:00 - 17:15
Digital Health
From Generative AI to Governed AI: A New Architecture for Healthcare
Many AI initiatives in healthcare remain isolated chatbots or demos. ASP Siracusa proposes a different approach: designing AI as a governed component of clinical-organizational processes. The talk will demonstrate how prompt programming, orchestration, domain constraints, human-in-the-loop, and auditability enable the creation of more reliable and adoptable solutions. Participants will take away a concrete framework for designing high-value public AI.
Giuseppe Pisasale
Data Analyst & AI Solution Architect
Azienda Sanitaria Provinciale di Siracusa
24 june
17:10 - 17:30
Start the Future
From HTML to AI: the evolution and strategy of a digital-native compan
A journey through the fundamental milestones of digital business, from the early days of the web to today’s challenges. Massimiliano Valente shares his entrepreneurial journey, analyzing how market dynamics have evolved and the strategies required to stay competitive in a constantly transforming ecosystem. A clear-eyed analysis of what it means to build a business today, balancing long-term vision with the speed of technological adaptation
Massimiliano Valente
CEO
BlazeMedia
Mauro Lupi
Head of Consulting
Search On Media Group
24 june
17:20 - 17:40
Mainstage
Made in Italy Futures
Vincenzo Colla
Vice President with responsibility for Economic Development and Green Economy, Energy, Vocational Training, University and Research.
Emilia-Romagna Region
Davide Borghi
Mananger Partnerships & Academia
Tetra Pak
Piergiorgio Marini
Senior Manager External Affairs
Philip Morris
Paolo Cavini
President
CNA Emilia Romagna
24 june
17:40 - 17:50
Mainstage
Robotic Natives: Imagining a World Shared with Robots
Manuel Catalano
Head of the NuBots Research Unit and Coordinator of JOiiNT LAB
Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia
24 june
17:50 - 17:55
Mainstage
WMF Innovation Awards: Frontline Journalism
Lorenzo Tondo
Journalist
The Guardian
24 june
17:55 - 18:05
Mainstage
Building Albania's Innovation Gateway: The Durana Tech Park Vision
Florensa Haxhi Kovaci
CEO
Durana Tech Park
24 june
18:05 - 18:15
Mainstage
Stereotypes, Irony, and Other Serious Matters
Pierluca Mariti
Comedian
24 june
18:15 - 18:25
Mainstage
Legality in the Digital Era of Organized Crime
Giuseppe Lombardo
Deputy Public Prosecutor
Court of Reggio Calabria
24 june
18:25 - 18:45
Mainstage
The New Public Information Architecture: AI, Media, and Politics
Corrado Formigli
Journalist
La7
24 june
18:45
Mainstage
Closing Day 1!
Day 1
Session for 25 june
25 june
Mainstage
Co - Hosting
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
Veronica Maffei
Journalist
Alicia Hanf
Head of Institutional Ecosystem Partnerships
LG NOVA - LG Electronics
25 june
09:45 - 10:05
Mainstage
Live Concert!
N.A.I.P - nessun artista in particolare
25 june
10:05 - 10:20
Mainstage
Opening Day 2!
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
Veronica Maffei
Journalist
25 june
10:20 - 10:30
Mainstage
Living the Future: The City of the Fourth Space
Maurizio Carta
Councillor for Urban and Strategic Territorial and Coastal Planning
Municipality of Palermo
25 june
10:30 - 10:45
Mainstage
Institutional Greetings
Elena Mazzoni
Regional Minister for the Digital Agenda, Promotion of a Culture of Legality, Poverty Reduction, and the Solidarity Economy
Emilia-Romagna Region
Dimitri Tartari
Director of Digital Agenda Policies
Emilia-Romagna Region
Elisabetta Bracci
Manager
Service Innovation Clust-ER
25 june
10:45 - 11:00
Mainstage
Humanistic Capitalism: Enterprise, Sustainability, and the Creation of Human Value
Brunello Cucinelli
Executive Chairman & Creative Director
Brunello Cucinelli S.p.A.
25 june
11:00 - 11:15
Mainstage
Dual-Use Technologies and Strategic Sovereignty Across AI, Cybersecurity, and Capital Ecosystems
Federico Menna
Chief Executive Officer
28DIGITAL
Ivan Cazzol
Partners Growth Lead
Zest Group
Annamaria Nassisi
Manager Space Economy Observation and Navigation
Thales Alenia Space
25 june
11:10 - 11:30
Start the Future
Reclaiming Our Shared Humanity: Navigating Global Fragility Through Dialogue, Dignity, and Collective Responsibility
In an era where international law is increasingly undermined, multilateral trust is eroding, and power rivalries threaten global stability, the very fabric of our shared humanity is being tested. Dr. Siyabulela Mandela’s keynote explores how today’s fractured world can rediscover its moral compass by re-centering diplomacy on empathy, justice, and mutual respect. Drawing from the legacies of peacebuilding and the enduring wisdom that liberty and humanity are inseparable, this address calls for a renewed commitment to bridge divides between North and South, state and citizen, progress and principle. Through a lens of diplomacy, human rights, and humanitarian action, Dr. Mandela will illuminate how inclusive dialogue and collective responsibility can reshape the international system, not merely to manage crises, but to transform fragility into an opportunity for lasting peace, shared prosperity, and restored global trust.
Siyabulela Mandela
Founder
Mandela & Associates Consulting
25 june
11:10 - 11:40
GovTech
Il Golfo tra diplomazia, sicurezza e nuovi equilibri globali
Luigi Di Maio
EU Special Representative for the Gulf region
European Union
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
25 june
11:15 - 11:35
Mainstage
The Business of Global Success: Music, Brands and Leadership
Fireside Chat moderated by Carlo Durante
Mathew Knowles
Founder & CEO, Strategic Consultant, Keynote Speaker, and Corporate Trainer
Music World Entertainment (MWE)
Carlo Durante
CEO
Billboard Italia
25 june
11:30 - 11:50
Start the Future
For us, by us: how no-code tools are empowering activism
I'll share how non-profit and grassroots organizers are using no-code tools to build powerful digital infrastructure for their movements. Drawing from my experience in digital organizing and no-code development, I'll show how these accessible technologies are revolutionizing activism by putting technical power directly in people’s hands. Through real-world examples and practical insights, I'll show how no-code solutions are helping build more sustainable and independent movements.
Alix Heuer
No-Code Strategist for Social Movements
Agence Rouge Le Fil
25 june
11:35 - 11:45
Mainstage
A New Era in Financial Markets
Massimo Citoni
Country Manager Italia
eToro
25 june
11:40 - 11:50
Digital Health
Prevention is Life
“Prevention is Life | Made For Life STORIES” is a social impact initiative that leverages communication to foster a culture of prevention, build relationships, and develop tangible projects within communities, while also promoting screening activities and awareness campaigns. Through real stories and a human-centered approach to healthcare and diagnostics, the project connects technology, communities, and people. It promotes a vision where diagnostics is not seen as an isolated technical procedure, but as an integral part of an ecosystem built on care, trust, and shared value.
Alex Dell’Era
Public Affairs and Communication
Canon Medical Systems Italia
25 june
11:45 - 11:55
Mainstage
Three Lessons from Two Decades Inside Google
Aprajita Jain
Chief Brand
Google
25 june
11:50 - 12:10
Start the Future
They’re stealing your future: why people who work today are poorer than their parents (and how to reverse the trend)
Italy ranks 36th out of 39 OECD countries in financial literacy. AI promises to multiply productivity and incomes, but also to accelerate wealth inequality. In this talk, Marco Casario — entrepreneur and financial educator — uses data and real-world examples to show why those who don’t understand the numbers behind their own lives risk becoming the real losers of the digital revolution, and outlines the four essential financial skills every professional in the AI era must possess.
Marco Casario
Founder
Quantaste.com
25 june
11:50 - 12:30
Fintech & Digital Assets
Traditional Finance and Digital Assets: The New Frontier of Listed Investments
Massimo Siano
VP-Head of Southern Europe
21Shares
Fabio Massellani
Bitwise
Senior Sales
Lorenzo Batacchi
Portfolio Manager
Assiom Forex
Antonio Sidoti
Head of Southern Europe
WisdomTree in Europe
25 june
11:50 - 12:20
Work & HR
Fractured Reality
From human empathy to tech empathy: it has been a short step. New intelligences are all around us, and communication is becoming artificial. In other words, AIs are increasingly becoming true partners in communication and sense-making processes—both at work and in our personal lives. What are the new challenges on the horizon in a context where AI is increasingly becoming our "dialogue buddy"? What mindset must we refine to develop a dynamic of collaborAItion and the co-creation of value? A moment to reflect on how to communicate effectively (and stay human) in an augmented world.
Alberto Maestri
CEO
GreatPixel
25 june
11:50 - 12:20
Digital Health
Generative AI and Medicine: Let’s Set the Record Straight
With the release of ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence platforms, more and more people are turning to these systems for health-related answers. This phenomenon is set to grow with the launch of tools such as ChatGPT Health. However, scientific evidence suggests that it is crucial to use these technologies with caution and only within specific, controlled contexts. This session aims to clarify these aspects and provide a clearer perspective.
Eugenio Santoro
Head of the Digital Health and Digital Therapeutics Research Unit
Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri IRCCS
25 june
11:50 - 12:20
Legal Tech
Privacy, AI and Data Governance: which rules for the Digital Future
Artificial intelligence and data governance are now at the center of a transformation affecting fundamental rights, competitiveness, and international relations. In this context, Europe is seeking to establish its own regulatory model, based on a balance between innovation, the protection of individual freedoms, and the accountability of public and private actors. The panel brings together institutional, legislative, and legal perspectives to analyze the role of the European Union in shaping the rules of the future digital landscape and their impact on global scenarios.
Vincenzo Tiani
Senior EU Policy Counsel | PhD Researcher
Future of Privacy Forum | VUB - LSTS - BPH
Claudia Trivillino
Public Policy Manager, Italy and Greece
Meta
Giulia Stancampiano
Head of Legal
iubenda Group
25 june
11:50 - 12:20
Space Economy
Phi-lab Presentation
General overview of ESA and Phi-lab division with a specific focus on the Explore Office and Invest Officce with InCubed Commercial ESA Program.
Sabrina Ricci
AI Ecosystem Coordinator at ESA Phi-lab
European Space Agency
Albin Lacroix
Geospatial System Engineer
European Space Agency
25 june
11:55 - 12:00
Mainstage
Live Show!
Filippo Caccamo
Comedian & Content Creator
Chimera Agency
25 june
12:00 - 12:10
Mainstage
The New Defense: Algorithms and Global Order
Luigi Di Maio
EU Special Representative for the Gulf region
European Union
25 june
12:10 - 12:25
Mainstage
Technology and System: Integrating AI and Robotics into the Healthcare of the Future
Nino Cartabellotta
President
Fondazione Gimbe
Giorgio Metta
Scientific Director
IIT Italian Institute of Technology
25 june
12:20 - 13:00
Start the Future
Superinnovation: What It Really Takes to Build the Future
We live in an age of hyperinnovation: algorithms, data, and artificial intelligence are redefining the economy, work, and society. However, technological progress alone is not enough to generate development and competitiveness. In this conversation, Gianmario Verona and Daniele Manca offer a reflection on what makes authentic innovation possible: culture, strategic vision, organization, and the ability to transform change into the future.
Gianmario Verona
Full Professor of Innovation Management
Bocconi University
25 june
12:25 - 12:40
Mainstage
SANREMO MUSIC FESTIVAL: Behind the Scenes of Italy’s Super Bowl
Marco Tamiazzo
Brand Integration Director
Rai Pubblicità
25 june
12:30 - 13:00
GovTech
Trasformazioni del lavoro: tra innovazione, diritti e rappresentanza
Le trasformazioni tecnologiche e i nuovi modelli produttivi stanno ridefinendo in profondità il mondo del lavoro, ponendo al centro nuove sfide legate a diritti, tutele e rappresentanza. In questo scenario, l’innovazione si intreccia con la necessità di garantire condizioni di lavoro dignitose e sostenibili, ridefinendo il ruolo delle istituzioni e delle organizzazioni sindacali. Il panel mette a confronto prospettive istituzionali e sindacali per analizzare come stanno cambiando lavoro e modelli di rappresentanza e quali equilibri saranno necessari per coniugare sviluppo, innovazione e diritti nel futuro prossimo.Modera: Antonio Palmieri
Lorenzo Salmi
CEO - Piave Digital Agency
MODERATORE
Vera Buonomo
Titolare delle deleghe sulla contrattazione e sulle politiche industriali
UIL
Salvatore Borghese
Senior Analyst
Youtrend
Davide Casaleggio
CEO & Partner
Casaleggio Associati
25 june
12:40 - 13:00
Fintech & Digital Assets
Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain: So Far Apart, Yet So Close
Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain: So Far Apart, Yet So Close. One generates insights, while the other builds trust in data and processes. In between lies human intelligence, which, together with rules, ethics, and governance, guides the practical application of these technologies.
Eraldo Vaccargiu
AI Designer, consulente. Presidente
Evodigitale
Gabriele Del Mese
Founder & Coordinator
Moneyviz & Casa Sanremo Invest
25 june
12:40 - 13:10
Digital Health
From One‑Size‑Fits‑All to ‘Just‑for‑Me’: AI and the Rise of Personalised, Predictive & Preventative Healthcare (With Live Demo)
This talk dives into how AI is transforming healthcare from reactive, one‑size‑fits‑all delivery to truly personalised and predictive care. We’ll examine real‑world adoption patterns, the organisational and ethical challenges that slow progress, and how leading organisations have successfully navigated common pitfalls. The session will also feature a live demo of a human “digital twin,” illustrating how predictive insights can drive preventative, personalised care at scale.
Arshad Farhad
Healthcare & Life Sciences Vertical Lead , Presales - Europe, Middle East & Africa
Dell Technologies
25 june
12:40 - 13:10
Work & HR
The Agentic Enterprise: How Our Work Will Evolve in an Application Example
In the near future, organizations will radically alter their structure, with work teams hybridizing human personnel and AI agents. We shall observe how a real-world company is constructing its agentic team, what its "human" labor pyramid will entail, and which modes of interaction will be implemented, as well as how these will impact the company’s physical spaces. Finally, we will examine the potential psychological impact of labor heavily oriented toward interaction with "people-pleaser" AI Chats and autonomous agents of low empathy, sharing the guidelines and critical considerations raised by an AI-native company currently achieving this operational modality.
Paolo Pellegrini
Partner
Metyis
25 june
12:40 - 13:10
Legal Tech
The Human Factor. Non-replaceable Competencies in the Age of AI
As AI becomes more capable, human expertise becomes even more decisive. The AI Act makes literacy a mandatory requirement, but its true value lies elsewhere: it is the bridge to building an organization where AI roles and responsibilities are shared across all stakeholders—both internal and external. This session outlines a roadmap to transform knowledge into operational governance, ensuring that artificial intelligence remains a tool at the service of people.
Vincenzo Tomasello
Data & Tech Lawyer, AIGP (IAPP), Internet Law Professor
DATYCA Legal Design Lab
25 june
12:40 - 12:50
Mainstage
The Digital Desk: The Social Anatomy of a Million-Classroom Community
Filippo Caccamo
Comedian & Content Creator
Chimera Agency
25 june
12:50 - 13:00
Mainstage
Institutional Greetings
Francesco Paolo Sisto
Deputy Minister of Justice
Ministry of Justice
25 june
13:00 - 13:20
Fintech & Digital Assets
Fintech 2.0: Where Is the Margin? Who Captures Value Among Banks, Startups, and Protocols?
Payments, lending, wealth, crypto, embedded finance, democratization: behind the buzzwords lie unit economics, regulatory trade-offs, and architectural choices. Which business models are holding up, which ones are under pressure, and how are new technologies reshaping the very notion of profitability?
Francesco Renne
Faculty Member
CUOA Business School
Stefano Capaccioli
Founding Partner & Tax Committee
Conlex & Moneyviz
25 june
13:00
Mainstage
Closing Session 1!
Day 2
25 june
14:00 - 14:40
GovTech
AI, sicurezza e giustizia: come cambia il concetto di prova e indagine
L’evoluzione delle tecnologie digitali e dell’intelligenza artificiale sta trasformando in profondità il sistema della giustizia, ridefinendo il concetto stesso di prova, le modalità di indagine e il delicato equilibrio tra sicurezza e diritti fondamentali. In questo scenario, istituzioni, forze dell’ordine e legislatore sono chiamati a confrontarsi con nuove sfide legate all’affidabilità delle evidenze digitali, alla velocità dell’innovazione e all’adeguatezza dei modelli normativi. Il panel mette a confronto prospettive operative, istituzionali e legislative per delineare criticità, opportunità e traiettorie future di un sistema in piena trasformazione.Modera: Lorenzo Salmi
Lorenzo Salmi
CEO - Piave Digital Agency
MODERATORE
Amedeo Martina
Commander of the 3rd Section of the Telematics Investigation Unit of the Special Operations Group (ROS)
Arma dei Carabinieri
Stefano Aterno
University Professor & Lawyer
Luiss Guido Carli
Alessandro Parrotta
Founder and Owner
AP Avvocati
25 june
14:00 - 14:20
Start the Future
The communicators of the future and CC2035 Table Key skills
In a context shaped by rapid transformations—between AI, climate change, and shifting global balances—anticipating the future becomes a lever for making better decisions today. This talk presents the results of a research project conducted by Sapienza University of Rome in collaboration with A2A, which led to the publication of the book “The Communicators of the Future.” Through interviews with experts and the use of futures studies methods, the CC2035 Table was developed—a map of the key skills required of the new “architects of meaning” in marketing and communication in 2035
Alessio Di Leo
Assistant Professor
Sapienza Università di Roma
25 june
14:20 - 14:40
Start the Future
More-than-Human Design: The Value of Design Thinking in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence technologies are transforming everyday life, as well as the cultural and creative landscape, reshaping skills and the role of human contribution in work. In this evolving scenario, the way we design spaces and experiences is changing, and design thinking is becoming the most decisive—and irreducibly human—competence.
Margherita Bocchi
Strategic Development and Partnership Manager
Dotdotdot
25 june
14:30 - 14:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
Bitcoin Beyond Price: Fundamentals, Decentralization, and Freedom
A panel aimed at returning to Bitcoin’s core principles: scarcity, decentralization, censorship resistance, and long-term resilience. A discussion designed to understand why BTC is not just an asset, but a protocol and a paradigm shift.
Ionut Gaucan
CoFounder
Ctrl/Shift
Marco Costanza
Bitcoin & Conscious Finance Creator
25 june
14:30 - 15:00
Digital Health
Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: GIMBE Foundation's Analysis of the National Health Service
Digital transformation and artificial intelligence are redefining the processes, skills, and responsibilities of healthcare professionals. However, international evidence highlights a persistent training gap that risks limiting the appropriate, safe, and equitable adoption of digital innovations. Based on data and analysis from the GIMBE National Health Service Observatory, this presentation offers a critical review of the Italian healthcare system's readiness. It emphasizes the role of scientific evidence, value assessment, and continuous professional development in governing Digital Health and transforming it into a real benefit for professionals, patients, and healthcare organizations.
Tiziano Innocenti
Director of the Research Methodology Unit
Fondazione GIMBE
Marco Mosti
General Director
Fondazione GIMBE
25 june
14:30 - 15:00
Work & HR
Learning to learn: the key skill for the future of work
In a constantly evolving world of work, the most strategic skill is not technical but metacognitive: the ability to learn how to learn. Drawing on the evolution of web marketing and the principles of ICF coaching, this talk offers HR professionals and business leaders a new perspective: developing people who can continuously evolve, rather than simply maintaining “up-to-date” skill sets. A practical contribution to the conversation around digital skills, employability, and lifelong learning.
Ilaria Caroli
Marketing Advisor & ICF Coach
Freelance
25 june
14:30 - 14:45
Space Economy
Theia Sense: The Nervous System for Space Structures
Theia Sense is an innovative startup developing structural health monitoring systems based on fiber-optic sensors for the space industry. Its technology enables real-time monitoring of parameters such as temperature, strain, and vibrations, supporting predictive maintenance and digital twin applications. The company's goal is to make satellites and space infrastructures safer, more reliable, and more sustainable throughout their entire lifecycle.
Alberto Rovera
CEO and Co-Founder
Theia Sense SRL
25 june
14:30 - 15:00
Legal Tech
Minors, social media, and AI: what companies and digital professionals must do today to ensure compliance.
The utilization of Artificial Intelligence, recommendation algorithms, and automated systems within social networks and digital platforms has rendered the protection of minors one of the most critical areas for companies, agencies, and digital professionals. This keynote offers a clear and updated overview of European and national regulatory obligations (DSA, GDPR, AI Act, and guidelines on online child protection), with particular focus on liability profiles related to profiling, automated moderation, age verification, and AI-generated content. The speech is designed to provide practical tools based on concrete cases: risk assessment criteria, examples, and operational guidance useful for designing compliant, sustainable digital products, campaigns, and services oriented toward the protection of younger users.
Sofia Piermattei
Partner & Head of Tech Law, Compliance & ESG
WS Legal
25 june
14:40 - 15:00
Start the Future
Today We Sell Mobility. Tomorrow Will We Understand Human Beings?
For a century, the automotive market has largely stopped at the point of sale. Rattix has chosen to do the opposite, based on a simple idea: the real product is not the vehicle itself, but the person who drives it. In this two-person talk, we will explore what happens when you stop focusing on selling a product and start understanding people’s needs. Through a new digital layer, we will examine the development of a data and services ecosystem that supports individuals long after the purchase, transforming mobility into a laboratory for the future.
Francesca Olivetti
Head of Customer Value Management
Rattix
Tobia Bearzotti
Chief Marketing Technologist
Rattix
25 june
14:40 - 15:20
GovTech
Verso lo Stato agentico: come l’AI sta trasformando istituzioni e democrazia
L’intelligenza artificiale sta introducendo nuove modalità di funzionamento delle istituzioni, aprendo la strada a modelli decisionali sempre più automatizzati, data-driven e orientati all’efficienza. In questo contesto emerge il concetto di “Stato agentico”, in cui sistemi intelligenti affiancano – e in alcuni casi trasformano – i processi pubblici, dalla definizione delle policy alla gestione operativa. Il panel mette a confronto esperienze e visioni per analizzare come l’AI stia ridefinendo governance, partecipazione e accountability, e quali implicazioni si delineano per il futuro della democrazia.
Lorenzo Ancona
Founder & Editor - Artifacts
MODERATORE
Monica Palmirani
Full Professor of Legal Informatics
University of Bologna
Simone Maria Parazzoli
Co-founder
The Agentic State
Evelien Nieuwenburg
Co-Founder
Dembrane
Francesco Vecchi
Coordinator EU Civic AI
Eumans
25 june
14:45 - 15:00
Space Economy
Water-Powered space mobility: building the future of sustainable space operations
Space is becoming an increasingly critical infrastructure for communications, Earth observation, and environmental monitoring. However, the rapid growth of satellite constellations requires new solutions to ensure sustainable, safe, and efficient operations. In this talk, we will present the journey of Capsule Corporation and WaterCube, the water-based propulsion system designed to make in-space mobility sustainable, resilient, and accessible for the next generation of satellites.
Francesco Marino
CEO
Capsule Corporation srl
25 june
14:50 - 15:10
Fintech & Digital Assets
Resilient and Transparent Infrastructure: Are Italy and Europe Still in Time?
William Nonnis
Analyst - PNRR
Presidency of the Council of Ministers
25 june
15:10 - 15:40
Digital Health
Pharmacists and Artificial Intelligence: Hype or Reality?
Artificial Intelligence is making its way into the pharmacy sector, promising greater efficiency and new models for customer/patient relationships. But how much of this transformation is already a reality, and how much is still just hype? In this talk by Cosmofarma – the leading trade fair for the pharmacy world – two pharmacists with different experiences and visions (one AI-driven and the other with a more traditional approach to the profession) will discuss concrete case studies, benefits, limitations, and risks. From daily use at the counter to future growth forecasts, the discussion will paint a realistic picture of what it means today (and what it will mean tomorrow) to integrate AI into pharmacies, and how customers and patients will benefit from it.
Silvia Sorace Maresca
Community Pharmacist
Farmacia Sorace Maresca
Gianluca Cammarata
Pharmacist and President
Agifar Varese
25 june
15:10 - 15:50
Start the Future
AI and the Future of Scientific Discovery
Artificial intelligence is profoundly transforming the way science is conducted, accelerating discovery, expanding analytical capacity, and opening up new forms of interdisciplinary research.
This roundtable brings together forward-looking experts and young researchers from the fields of robotics, medicine, deep learning, economics, and fundamental physics to discuss how AI is redefining the production of scientific knowledge: from computational models to clinical research, all the way to frontier experiments in nuclear physics.
Olga Bogachek
Assistant Professor of Accounting
Free University of Bolzano
Gianluca Mondillo
MD Pediatric Resident
Università L. Vanvitelli Napoli
Tommaso Diotalevi
University Tenure-Track Researcher
INFN
25 june
15:20 - 15:35
Space Economy
The Last Safe Window
Orbit isn't safe. It's managed by one ageing system, one nation's infrastructure, and 1,600 human decisions per day. The safety layer that the orbit was never given is finally being built.
Sachi Patel
COO
OrbitArch
25 june
15:20 - 15:50
Legal Tech
The “Moneyball 2.0” Project: A Synthetic Case Study in AI Sports Law
Based on a synthetic case study regarding a project for the utilization of Artificial Intelligence in the scouting and biometric monitoring of professional footballers, this analysis will examine the primary legal themes essential for the proper development of the underlying business. A synthesis of technological innovation and law applied to sport, aimed at fully leveraging the value generated by AI while understanding its legal profiles and accountability risks.
Paolo Marsilio
Senior Associate
LegisLAB
25 june
15:20 - 16:00
GovTech
Le imprese e la trasformazione digitale: sfide e opportunità nell'era dell'innovazione
Il panel esplorerà come le imprese affrontano la sfida della trasformazione digitale, analizzando le opportunità e le difficoltà derivanti dall'adozione delle nuove tecnologie, in particolare dell'intelligenza artificiale. Si discuterà di come le politiche europee possano supportare le PMI e le startup nell'integrazione delle tecnologie emergenti nei loro processi aziendali. I relatori condivideranno esperienze e visioni sull'impatto dell'innovazione tecnologica sul business, con focus sulle soluzioni pratiche per la competitività, la sostenibilità e la crescita in un contesto globale sempre più digitalizzato. Il panel offrirà anche un'opportunità di confronto sulle politiche pubbliche e sugli strumenti che facilitano la digitalizzazione delle imprese, con particolare attenzione agli sviluppi recenti in Europa.Modera: Kevin Carboni
On. Elena Donazzan
Vice-Chair of the committee on industry, research and energy
European Parliament
Laura Borum
International Business Advisor
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark – Invest in Denmark
Mona Demaidi
Vice President for Artificial Intelligence
Arab American University
Andrea Frascari
President and Healthcare Solutions Manager
Anastasis Social Cooperative
Nicola Bianchi
Vice Director
EDI - Confcommercio
25 june
15:20 - 15:40
Fintech & Digital Assets
Can You Make a Stablecoin Payment Using Only Your Electronic Identity Card (CIE)?
The Electronic Identity Card (CIE) is usually used for hotel check-ins, activating or using SPID, or accessing public administration portals. But there is more!
In this demo, we will use it for something less predictable: making a stablecoin payment between two users. A practical way to see what happens when state-issued digital identity meets on-chain services.
Vincenzo Rana
Head of Innovation, Coordinator of the Technical Working Group on “Privacy, Digital Identity and Zero-Knowledge Proofs” within the Parliamentary Intergroup on Digital Assets
Web3 Hub of the Polytechnic University of Milan
Francesco Bruschi
Professor of Information Processing Systems, Director of the Blockchain & Web3 Observatory
Polytechnic University of Milan
25 june
15:20 - 15:50
Work & HR
The Power of Soft Skills: Recruiting Future-Ready Technical Talent
In recruitment, the real challenge is no longer just finding technical expertise, but identifying individuals who can apply it with effectiveness, collaboration, and innovation. Today, soft skills have become the decisive factor for technical profiles. This session analyzes which soft skills are indispensable and how to evaluate them concretely: from the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and priorities without losing productivity, to the emotional intelligence required to collaborate in cross-functional teams and manage feedback or conflict. We will explore how to communicate complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders, present solutions persuasively, and leverage critical thinking to tackle challenges creatively. Through practical examples, we will demonstrate the impact of these skills on technical team performance and overall recruiting success.
Gaia Sartori
Talent Acquisition Manager
Alten
25 june
15:35 - 15:50
Space Economy
Daidalos for Space and Edge AI
Daidalos develops efficient AI accelerators to bring intelligent models directly on board satellites, drones, and edge systems, reducing energy consumption, latency, and data transmission.
Jonathan Bizzi
CEO, CTO
Daidalos
25 june
15:40 - 16:00
Fintech & Digital Assets
Financial Innovation: How Much Is Really Changing, and When Is It Just Storytelling?
Every phase of change has had its “no” and its “it will never work.” The evolution of market infrastructures, as told by those who have experienced it from the inside: resistance, enthusiasm, false starts, and points of no return. We will seek to analyze what may truly remain and whether the ongoing change in digital assets really has the characteristics to be “permanent.”
Luisa Fischietti
Head of Italy ETF
Borsa Italiana – Euronext Group
25 june
15:50 - 16:05
Digital Health
Remote Care: Teledialysis, AI, and the New Community Healthcare
A concrete case of digital transformation in healthcare: tele-dialysis at ASL Lecce. The presentation introduces the model of assisted home hemodialysis supported by telemedicine as an example of organizational innovation for frail nephrology patients. Through telemonitoring, clinical supervision, and community-based care, tele-dialysis improves continuity of care, personalization, sustainability, and quality of life, with a brief mention of the emerging role of artificial intelligence.
Anna Zito
Nephrologist and Researcher in Digital Health and Teledialysis
Local Health Authority Lecce and University of Salento
25 june
16:00 - 16:40
Start the Future
We Drive the Future: How Much of the Future Is Already in Today’s Car?
A talk dedicated to the near future of electric mobility, bringing together different perspectives and approaches from key industry players.The discussion will begin with an overview of the Italian market, examining current trends and future projections, before exploring Italians’ relationship with electric vehicles and the factors that can accelerate their adoption.The panel will also provide an opportunity to showcase solutions that are already available today and are set to become the standards of tomorrow, while giving participating brands the chance to share their insights and experiences directly.
Andrea Campello
CEO
Mobility Trade
Giuseppe Graziuso
Head of Sales & Network Development – Italy
Changan Automotive
25 june
16:00 - 16:40
Mainstage
Live Show!
Valerio Lundini & I Vazzanikki
25 june
16:05 - 16:20
Digital Health
Future Telerehabilitation: From New Corporate Organizational Models to the Integration of Virtual Reality and Robotics
The objective of this speech is to provide a theoretical and scientific framework for telerehabilitation, illustrating its operating principles, delivery models, and the main evidence available in literature, which demonstrates how remote rehabilitation pathways can guarantee continuity of care, accessibility, and outcomes comparable to traditional rehabilitation across various clinical fields. The presentation will analyze the applications of telerehabilitation in major rehabilitative pathologies, focusing on neurological fields and highlighting the role of digital technologies, virtual reality, and robotic devices in improving therapeutic adherence, treatment customization, and functional outcomes. Furthermore, it will illustrate a corporate organizational model (AUSL Bologna and IRCCS ISNB) for the large-scale implementation of telerehabilitation, describing clinical-assistance processes, the integration between hospital and home settings, technological and professional requirements, as well as economic sustainability models and reimbursement mechanisms within the healthcare context. Concrete examples of implementation and technological innovation will be presented, with specific reference to PNC/PNRR-funded projects (won as Principal Investigator - PI) that integrate robotics and virtual reality into telerehabilitation, enabling more intensive, personalized, and engaging home-based treatments. Finally, the speech will highlight the future perspectives of digital rehabilitation, discussing opportunities, current limitations regarding standardization, security, and engagement, and the organizational and cultural challenges for the systemic adoption of these innovative models within healthcare systems.
Giada Lullini
MD, PHD, dirigente medico SC Neuroriabilitazione
IRCCS ISN-ausl - Bologna
25 june
16:10 - 16:40
Legal Tech
Evolution of the legal tech market: from AI adolescence to maturity
AI adoption in the legal sector is becoming increasingly widespread, even though this technology is still in an adolescent phase that requires guidance and understanding. Starting from a snapshot of the legal tech market and specialized AI in 2026, we will address current shortcomings by exploring three still-open frontiers that could project this technology toward its adult stage: reasoning over interconnected sources, greater fidelity to legal reasoning, and the explainability of outputs. The underlying thesis is that AI, currently in its adolescence, will not mature on its own in the direction that is most useful to us. Users have the ability to influence this process by understanding the technology and taking an active role in driving the necessary improvements. For legal professionals, awareness and a constructive mindset will therefore not represent a mere added value; rather, they will be the necessary condition for helping to “steer the bus” of legal AI and preserve the added value of their own work.
Riccardo Ferri
Legal Engineer
Lexroom
25 june
16:10 - 16:40
Work & HR
Reprogramming Work in the Age of AI: Between Synthetic Collaborators, Epistemic Crisis, and New Meta-Skills
AI is redefining the way we work: 6 out of 10 individuals already perceive it as a collaborator. Phenomena such as sycophancy, epistemic relativism, and linguistic shifts demonstrate the extent of our exposure to new cognitive fragilities. Drawing upon data collected from 12,000 individuals and a global training program, I propose a framework to develop meta-skills, reflexivity, and critical capacity to maintain clarity and autonomy in the age of AI.
Stefano Besana
Partner | Human Capital
Deloitte Consulting
25 june
16:10 - 16:30
Fintech & Digital Assets
Open Source vs Closed Source models and the Ethereum’s Role in the Next Generation of Artificial Intelligence
Matteo D'Andreta
Ethereum Everywhere Team
Ethereum Foundation
Marcello Politi
Research Engineer
Ethereum Foundation (dAI Team)
Francesco Cirulli
Co-founder & CTO
Builders Garden
25 june
16:30 - 16:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
I’ll Show You Without Telling You: EUDI Wallet, Zero-Knowledge Proofs, and Verifiable Delegations
Today, many digital services still work like this: to verify something, they ask for everything—full identity documents, personal data, copies that end up stored and circulating, and trust that someone will handle them properly.With the EUDI Wallet and Zero-Knowledge Proofs, a different model becomes possible: proving a requirement without exposing the data that proves it, and using those proofs inside real-world processes.In this demo, we start from a concrete use case: identifying yourself, purchasing a discounted ticket for an event, storing it in your wallet, and presenting it at the entrance. Then we take it a step further: delegating the operation to an agent, but with precise, verifiable, and revocable rules.Not “the agent can do whatever it wants,” but “the agent can only do this specific action, within these limits, using only the necessary proofs.”Digital identity, verifiable credentials, and automation thus become parts of the same continuous flow.
Vincenzo Rana
Head of Innovation, Coordinator of the Technical Working Group on “Privacy, Digital Identity and Zero-Knowledge Proofs” within the Parliamentary Intergroup on Digital Assets
Web3 Hub of the Polytechnic University of Milan
Francesco Bruschi
Professor of Information Processing Systems, Director of the Blockchain & Web3 Observatory
Polytechnic University of Milan
25 june
16:30 - 16:45
Digital Health
The Status of Google Business Profiles in Public Healthcare
How public healthcare facilities are positioned on Google Maps, and what can be done to improve their visibility.
Luca Bove
Founder, CEO, Local SEO Expert
Local strategy
25 june
16:30 - 17:00
GovTech
Privacy, AI e governance dei dati quali regole per il futuro digitale
L’intelligenza artificiale e la governance dei dati sono oggi al centro di una trasformazione che coinvolge diritti fondamentali, competitività e rapporti internazionali. In questo contesto, l’Europa sta cercando di affermare un proprio modello regolatorio, fondato sull’equilibrio tra innovazione, tutela delle libertà individuali e responsabilità degli attori pubblici e privati. Il panel mette a confronto prospettive istituzionali, legislative e giuridiche per analizzare il ruolo dell’Unione Europea nella definizione delle regole del futuro digitale e il loro impatto negli scenari globali.
Federico Sartore
Partner
PANETTA Studio Legale
Brando Benifei
Member of the European Parliament, rapporteur for the Digital Omnibus in the Committee on Legal Affairs
European Parliament
Guido Scorza
Lawyer specialized in new technologies law and privacy
25 june
16:40 - 16:45
Mainstage
WMF goes to Riyhad: Saudi Makes Future!
Nasser bin Saeed Al-Hajri
Chairman
PNG Saudi Arabia
25 june
16:40
Mainstage
Opening Session 2!
Day 2
25 june
16:45 - 17:15
Mainstage
Gomorra 20 Years Later: The Rise of Cyber-Mafias
Roberto Saviano
Writer and journalist
25 june
16:45 - 17:00
Digital Health
Measuring the Value of Digital Health: Orchestrating Data, Processes, and Resources
To provide participants with a concrete perspective on how to evolve from simple digitization to the orchestration of healthcare processes, including through the use of dedicated tools. The objective is to understand how to integrate data, resources, and care pathways to generate measurable value, in alignment with the principles of Value-Based Healthcare, thereby improving efficiency and the quality of services.
Manuela Appendino
Business Manager
Digital 360
25 june
16:50 - 17:10
Start the Future
Signals from the Dark Universe: How We Search for What We Cannot See
Elena Pinetti
Astroparticle Physics
Simons Foundation
25 june
17:00 - 17:15
Digital Health
Prescriptive Appropriateness with AI
Improving the prescriptive appropriateness of GPs (General Practitioners) with the support of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithm. AI can reduce individual discretion and increase citizen trust in the NHS by supporting GPs in assigning the correct clinical priority for first-time NHS appointments. The AI dataset is based on RAO criteria.
Alberto Piatti
Medical Doctor - Ophthalmology Specialist
ASL TO5
Carlo Giosuè Maria Catullo
Founding Partner
Evolus Srl
25 june
17:10 - 17:50
Start the Future
Introduction to the Google Product Expert Program
Discover the Product Expert (PE) Program, Google’s global community of super users. Join more than 1,300 Product Experts, passionate individuals who dedicate their time to helping other users across Google Help Communities. PEs provide over one million answers every year. In return, you can gain exclusive benefits: direct connections with Googlers for feedback and updates, beta testing opportunities, branded merchandise, and the chance to participate in annual summits around the world.
Luca Bove
Founder, CEO, Local SEO Expert
Local strategy
25 june
17:15 - 17:35
Mainstage
The Next AI Infrastructure
Filippo Ghirelli
Founder & Executive Chairman
Infracorp
25 june
17:35 - 18:15
Mainstage
Startup Competition - The Final
David Lee
CEO
WealthRyse
Aras Yigit Cakmak
Chief Delivery Officer
MaestroHub GmbH
Tasos Vogiatzis
Managing Director
Brainfood Intelligent Media Cloud
Jasper Deprez
CEO
TerraSpark
Simon Mnyele
Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer
Lishe360
25 june
18:15 - 18:35
Mainstage
The 28th Regime: One Market for Innovation
Francesco Cerruti
General Director
Italian Tech Alliance
Lorenzo Minio Paluello
Operations and International Affairs Manager
Roma Startup
Tomáš Pospíšil
Chief Analyst
Czech Startup Association
25 june
18:35 - 18:45
Mainstage
Startup Competition Awards Ceremony
The Final of the largest International Startup Competition
25 june
18:45
Mainstage
Closing day 2!
Day 2
Session for 26 june
26 june
Mainstage
Co - Hosting
Veronica Maffei
Journalist
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
Gabriele Vagnato
Host, Comedian & Content Creator
26 june
10:00 - 10:05
Mainstage
Opening session and welcome to WMF 2026!
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
26 june
10:05 - 10:15
Mainstage
Institutional Greetings
Henna Virkkunen
Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy
European Commission
26 june
10:15 - 10:55
Mainstage
Urban Impression Live Concert
Dardust
Producer & Artist
26 june
10:55 - 11:05
Mainstage
Soundscapes: Blurring the Lines Between Classical and Electronic
Dardust
Producer & Artist
26 june
11:05 - 11:10
Mainstage
WMF Innovation Awards: Innovative Region of the Year
Caterina Loddo
Head of Innovation & Startups
Region of Calabria
26 june
11:10 - 11:20
Mainstage
The rise of the agents in Earth Observation
Claudio Iacopino
Head of Φ-lab Explore Office
ESA
26 june
11:10 - 11:30
Start the Future
AI: Scaling from (linguistic) models to (economic) markets
The real challenge for businesses in the future will be to shift from model training to market design, from focusing on the engineering and "agency" capabilities of the linguistic model itself to the organizational complexity of the "instituting" assembly that instantiates and enhances it. This shift from "models" to "markets," however, will require a cultural and strategic innovation effort, a radical shift in the paradigms of value co-creation between automation, amplification, and coordination.
Cosimo Accoto
Research Affiliate | Adjunct Professor | AI Advisor
MIT | UNIMORE | POLLICINO AIDVISORY
26 june
11:20 - 11:30
Mainstage
When Earth Speaks, Satellites Listen: Local Events with Global Echoes
Veronica La Regina
Space Mentor
26 june
11:30 - 11:50
Start the Future
Future of Music and the Next Global Entertainment Ecosystem
Music is no longer just entertainment: it is technology, branding, community, and cultural influence. In this session, Mathew Knowles reflects on how the music industry is being reshaped by AI, digital communication, streaming platforms, and new audience behaviors. Through real-world experiences and strategic insights, the talk will explore how artists and companies can build global impact, create sustainable business models, and navigate the future of entertainment.
Mathew Knowles
Founder & CEO, Strategic Consultant, Keynote Speaker, and Corporate Trainer
Music World Entertainment (MWE)
26 june
11:30 - 11:40
Mainstage
Musical Stand Up Comedy
Karma B
Drag Artists
26 june
11:40 - 11:50
Mainstage
Beyond AI: Creativity, Intuition, and Judgment
Matteo Mille
Chief Sales Enablement & Operations
Microsoft Italia
26 june
11:40 - 12:10
GovTech
Innovazione nei Comuni: servizi, digitale e nuove esperienze per i cittadini
I Comuni sono oggi in prima linea nell’implementazione della trasformazione digitale, chiamati a ripensare servizi, processi e modalità di relazione con cittadini e imprese. In questo contesto, l’innovazione non è solo tecnologica, ma riguarda l’esperienza complessiva dei servizi pubblici, l’efficienza amministrativa e la capacità di rispondere a bisogni sempre più evoluti. Il panel mette a confronto esperienze e approcci per analizzare come le amministrazioni locali stanno progettando nuovi modelli di servizio, integrando digitale, sviluppo territoriale e qualità della vita.Modera: Antonio Palmieri
Antonio Palmieri
President - Fondazione Pensiero Solido
MODERATORE
Sergio Duretti
Digital Transition Lead
Municipality of Modena
Lorenzo Plumari
Councillor for Economic Development, Participation, and Districts
Municipality of Cesena
Christofer De Zotti
Mayor
Municipality of Jesolo
Pierangelo Raffini
Councilor for Economic Development, Public Works, Historic Center, Budget, and Innovation
Municipality of Imola
26 june
11:50 - 12:20
Non-Profit
How Renewable Energy Communities and AI Can Coexist for the Greater Good of the Community
Who said Renewable Energy Communities, non-profit organizations, and Artificial Intelligence can’t work together? CER Italy shares how RECs (Renewable Energy Communities), backed by AI, can become a practical tool for social and local development. Starting from the European vision and the core goals of RECs, we will explore a model that allocates 16% of energy incentives to social causes, highlighting real-world experiences with parishes, associations, and local sports clubs.
Luca Marton
Partner
Paper Eco Srl
26 june
11:50 - 12:20
Geopolitics
"Are you interested in the truth? Or in being told what you want to hear?" Ukraine, Palestine, Syria.
A space for reflection on the relationship between information, truth, and the narrative of contemporary conflicts, from Ukraine to Palestine and Syria.
Claudio Locatelli
Giornalista di guerra ed ex combattente
FrontStory
26 june
11:50 - 12:20
Work & HR
The human side of AI: shaping the future of HR
In the context of an increasingly rapid digital transformation, BNL BNP Paribas and Humans.tech take the We Make Future stage to share a concrete reflection on how artificial intelligence can become a tool for authentic innovation, capable of enhancing people, relationships, and corporate culture. During the speech, Alessandro Lucarelli (Data Platform Product Owner - BNL BNP Paribas) and Manuel Fontana (Product Lead & Senior Frontend Engineer - Humans.tech) will share the journey that led to the development of BNL BNP Paribas's new AI avatar in the Human Resources field: an innovative solution designed to redefine Recruiting and Employer Branding experiences by creating more engaging, innovative, and memorable ways to interact with talent and the younger generations. This stems from a drive to reinvent standard pathways and processes through AI solutions developed in collaboration with specialized technology partners like Humans.tech, reminding us that AI does not replace people, but empowers them. All of this takes place within a sector where trust, responsibility, and data management are pivotal. For this reason, the use of new technologies is built on three strategic pillars: data protection, data governance, and collaborative intelligence. This approach transforms AI from a mere tech trend into a true operating model capable of combining innovation, security, and a people-centric approach.
Alessandro Lucarelli
Product Owner Data Platform
BNL BNP Paribas
Manuel Fontana
Product Lead & Senior Frontend Engineer
Humans.tech
26 june
11:50 - 12:20
Fintech & Digital Assets
On-chain RWAs: from infrastructure to reality — Italy leading the way in real-world asset tokenization
A panel dedicated to the evolution of real-world asset tokenization, focusing on how technological infrastructure, security, regulation, and integration with traditional financial systems are enabling the transition from experimentation to real-world adoption. A discussion between those building the technology and those making it usable in institutional contexts, aimed at understanding the current state of the market and the next challenges in bringing on-chain RWAs to scale.
Fabio Pacchioni
Co-founder & CTO
RealHouse
Andrea Pantaleo
Lawyer | Head of Crypto Web3 & Fintech Sector
DLA Piper
Edoardo Reggiani
CSO
Weltix
Ionut Gaucan
Co-Founder
NapulETH
26 june
11:50 - 12:05
Digital Health
Heart of the Future: AI and the Next Frontier in Saving Lives
Lecture dedicata a come l’intelligenza artificiale stia trasformando la gestione dell’arresto cardiaco e dell’emergenza-urgenza. Dalla previsione del rischio alla diagnosi precoce, dai wearable ai sistemi di allerta e dispatch, fino al supporto decisionale durante la rianimazione. Un viaggio tra evidenze, limiti etici e scenari realistici per integrare l’AI nella catena della sopravvivenza.
Federico Semeraro
President
European Resuscitation Council
26 june
11:50 - 12:20
Cybersecurity
AI-Enhanced Threat Modeling: How to Reduce the Cognitive Load of a Security Architect Without Relinquishing Control
This talk presents the blueprint of a system based on RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and LLMs designed to accelerate threat modeling activities. The objective is to create a "cybersec tactical droid" that assists the security architect by processing large volumes of input—such as documentation, configurations, diagrams, and code—transforming them into an evidence map. Utilizing a predefined set of questions or "investigative rules" (STRIDE/PASTA/DREAD) mapped to NIST and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks, the assistant proposes the queries most pertinent to the context represented by the ingested documentation. Depending on the operational mode, the security architect may choose to utilize the question list in a traditional investigative manner or delegate the generation and autonomous execution of investigative prompts to the cybersec tactical droid. Fortunately, the Death Star engineers lacked this droid model; otherwise, they would have identified a small thermal exhaust port leading directly to the reactor core.
Stefano Parini
Senior Security Architect Manager
Beskar Cyber Sec
26 june
11:50 - 12:10
Start the Future
The companies that will thrive are those that have understood what AI cannot do — and have chosen to invest there
AI is amplifying the capabilities of every organization. But what serves as an accelerator today will become a standard tomorrow. When every company has access to the same technological power, the only advantage that remains is the ability to resonate—with customers, employees, partners, and communities. It is something that cannot be codified, replicated, or purchased.That capability will not be a business tool. It will be the business itself.Building it requires rethinking who creates value within an organization, how that value is created, and what it takes to become a true source of it. This talk explores exactly how.
Sara Lodi
Senior Business Strategist, Head of Strategic Marketing & Change Management
Dinova
26 june
11:50 - 11:55
Mainstage
Europe’s Strategy for Deep Tech and Innovation Leadership
Michiel Scheffer
President of the Board
European Innovation Council | European Commission
26 june
11:55 - 12:15
Mainstage
Physical AI: The Next Work Revolution
Daniele Pucci
CEO
Generative Bionics
Bryan Madden
Global Head of Developer, Sovereign AI & Physical AI Marketing
AMD
Claudio Cisilino
EVP Operations, Corporate Strategy and Innovation
Fincantieri
26 june
12:05 - 12:20
Digital Health
Implementation of a Digital Home Care Network for Monitoring Vitamin K Antagonist Therapy: The INR PoCT Network in the Bologna Metropolitan Area
The project involved the implementation of a digital home care network for monitoring anticoagulant therapy with vitamin K antagonists (VKAs), developed in the metropolitan area of Bologna. These therapies, which are essential for preventing thromboembolic complications, require constant monitoring of the INR (International Normalized Ratio), a key parameter to ensure the treatment's efficacy and safety, particularly in elderly and frail patients. To meet this need, an innovative model based on Point of Care Testing (PoCT) was introduced, allowing the test to be performed directly at the patient's home. Nurses perform capillary blood sampling and analyze the sample using portable devices, obtaining rapid and reliable results comparable to those of a central laboratory.The system is supported by an integrated digital platform that connects local services with the laboratory and clinicians. Data is collected and managed in real time, and results undergo automatic validation processes using algorithms, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. The digital report is then made available to the physician, who can intervene promptly to adjust the therapy and schedule any subsequent checks. To date, the network involves numerous home care units and a large number of patients, with thousands of tests performed each year.One of the main advantages of this model is the significant reduction in turnaround time: from several hours required by the traditional model to just a few minutes with the home-based system. This translates into more efficient therapy management and a reduction in hospital admissions. Furthermore, the system ensures full traceability of the process, reducing the risk of pre-analytical errors and improving the overall safety of the diagnostic pathway. In conclusion, this experience demonstrates how the integration of digital technology and local healthcare can transform the management of chronic diseases, making care more accessible, timely, and patient-centered, with concrete benefits for both citizens and the healthcare system.
Federica Caveduri
Digital Health & Diagnostics Manager
AUSL Bologna
26 june
12:15 - 12:20
Mainstage
Guinness World Record: The ICARUS Project
Jakidale
Youtuber & Content Creator
ICARUS
26 june
12:20 - 12:30
Mainstage
Stories in Motion: Hacking the Impossible and Building Community
Jakidale
Youtuber & Content Creator
26 june
12:20 - 13:00
Start the Future
In Praise of (Ab)normality
"You are not normal" is a phrase that almost everyone has heard at least once in their life, and certainly not as a compliment. But is it always true that it’s better to be "normal"? Above all, what does "normal" actually mean, and why is this adjective often used as a sort of club to marginalize those who don't fit certain models?
Vera Gheno
Sociolinguist
26 june
12:20 - 12:40
Geopolitics
The Geopolitics of Rare Earth Elements
Economic power in the nineteenth century belonged to nations rich in iron and coal. In the twentieth century, oil and gas became the main drivers of development. Today, the key players behind global growth are the elements classified as rare earths, together with other critical raw materials. And whoever secures them gains a position of strategic dominance in the world: China is restricting exports, the United States wants to annex Greenland, and Europe does not produce them — yet desperately needs them.
Maurizio Mazziero
Financial analyst & Founder
Mazziero Research
26 june
12:20 - 13:00
GovTech
Accesso allo spazio: il ruolo dell’Italia nella filiera europea dei lanciatori
Il panel sarà un occasione di confronto sull'industria e sulle politiche relative all'accesso allo spazio attraverso un dialogo multistakeholders. Partendo dal nuovo policy paper di AWARE Think Tank, che sarà presentato proprio durante il panel, i relatori discuteranno sul ruolo che l'Italia può avere all'interno della filiera europea dei lanciatori spaziali.
Andrea Fedeli
President & Co-Founder
AWARE Think tank
Emma Bagnulo
Policy Researcher
AWARE Think Tank
Rocco Carmine Pellegrini
Responsabile Settore Accesso allo spazio e trasporto spaziale
Agenzia Spaziale Italiana
Virginio Dotto
Policy Researcher
AWARE Think Tank
Stefano Stefanile
26 june
12:30 - 12:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
Blockchain, MiCAR, and Digital Markets: From Corporate Adoption to New European Regulations
A fireside chat between Luigia Gabriele and Eugenio Reggianini, moderated by Ionut Gaucan, to explore how blockchain is practically transforming the processes of businesses and public administrations, and how MiCAR, the DLT Pilot Regime, stablecoins, and the digital euro are reshaping the regulatory framework of European digital markets, balancing innovation opportunities with new responsibilities for operators and institutions.
Eugenio Reggianini
ISO TC 307
UNINFO
Luigia Gabriele
CEO
IZZ2IZZ
Ionut Gaucan
CoFounder
Ctrl/Shift
26 june
12:30 - 12:40
Mainstage
Algorithms and the Standardization of Beauty
Giulia Lamarca
Psychologist, corporate trainer, and content creator
26 june
12:40 - 13:10
Non-Profit
The nonprofit sector represents a vast and underutilized market: how to penetrate it through effective partnerships.
The nonprofit sector is a massive market, yet remains largely untapped by the profit-driven world: the objective is not merely "charity," but the creation of authentic value. In this presentation, I will demonstrate why it is currently advantageous for companies to collaborate with nonprofit organizations and how to do so without descending into superficial Corporate Social Responsibility. We will examine partnership models, measurable objectives, common pitfalls (which erode both reputation and budget), and an operational checklist for initiating credible, purposeful, and sustainable collaborations.
Valerio Melandri
Consultant & Professor
Fundraising.it & Università di Bologna
26 june
12:40 - 13:10
Geopolitics
Can AI prevent wars? From cyberwar to PeaceTech: how AI transforms global security
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping geopolitics. Today, digital technologies are increasingly used for cybersecurity, intelligence, and strategic competition between states. But what if these same technologies could also be used to prevent conflicts? In recent years, a new field has emerged at the intersection of technology, governance, and diplomacy: PeaceTech. Based on research and projects developed by the Agency for Peacebuilding in collaboration with national and international institutions, this keynote explores how AI, data analysis, and digital platforms can contribute to conflict prevention and peacebuilding. From AI-powered early warning systems capable of analyzing vast amounts of data to identify signals of violence, to digital platforms that enable local communities to participate in mediation processes, technology is opening new possibilities for anticipating crises rather than reacting when it is already too late. At the same time, governments and international organizations are increasingly investing in strategic foresight and anticipatory governance, aiming to move from a reactive approach—intervening after a crisis has already erupted—to a model focused on risk anticipation and prevention. The Agency for Peacebuilding proposes a fireside chat between experts in peacebuilding and artificial intelligence to explore one of the most compelling and urgent questions of our time: if technology is changing the way we fight wars, can it also change the way we build peace?
Bernardo Venturi
President & Head of Research and Policy
Agency for Peacebuilding
Francesca Bosco
Senior Expert on Peace, AI & Cybersecurity
Agency for Peacebuilding
Emiliano Alessandri
Senior Advisor
Agency for Peacebuilding
Giulia Ferraro
Project manager
Agency for Peacebuilding
26 june
12:40 - 13:10
Cybersecurity
Agent Breaker: non mi rompere gli agenti
Gli agenti AI sono in grado di svolgere compiti complessi, ma quanto sono davvero robusti? In un mondo in cui questi strumenti diventano sempre più pervasivi, è fondamentale comprendere le potenziali vulnerabilità e come difendersi da esse. In questo talk esploreremo il prompt injection, una delle tecniche più diffuse per manipolare applicazioni basate su GenAI per scopi malevoli, come ad esempio: - Farsi fornire le informazioni di configurazione (es: il system prompt) - Ottenere informazioni "protette" o segrete - Aggirare i filtri di allineamento - Attaccare sistemi collegati Dopo una breve introduzione su attacchi e rimedi e vedremo qualche esempio concreto, sia da casi realmente avvenuti, sia provando live alcuni attacchi sulla piattaforma di Lakera, pensata per fare da playground a chi vuole approcciare questa disciplina.
Piero Dotti
Tech Lead
Mònade
26 june
12:40 - 12:55
Digital Health
Fragmentation > Frustration > Solution: Moving Toward Integrated Care
Digital health is growing fast, but instead of simplifying access, it has often increased fragmentation and complexity. AI Health risks amplifying this chaos if we don't fix the underlying issue: the lack of integration and a shared language across the healthcare system. This session explores the evolution from Digital Health to AI Health, highlighting its limits and opportunities. Through the Salute360 case study, we will see how to unify services, professionals, and patients into a single, accessible, and seamless experience.
Marco Giacosa
Co-Founder & CTIO
Salute360
26 june
12:40 - 12:45
Mainstage
Sky-High Clash: the 1st European Drone Soccer Championship
Drone Soccer
26 june
12:40 - 13:10
Space Economy
The Future Starts In Space
Space is no longer just about exploration—it is becoming a driver of innovation, economic growth, and technological transformation. From AI to commercial space ventures, from new frontiers of exploration to solutions for challenges on Earth, this conversation will explore how the space sector is shaping the future and why it matters to all of us.
Veronica La Regina
Space Mentor
Claudio Iacopino
Head of Φ-lab Explore Office
ESA
26 june
12:40 - 13:10
Work & HR
Human + Agentic AI Operating Model: the new playing field for HR
The adoption of Agentic AI in HR is where HR strategy, work redesign, and systems architecture converge. In this talk, we will show how to build a Human+AI operating model for HR: from redesigning processes and roles between people and agents, to the data and components needed to implement agentic systems, all the way to the conditions required to move from experimentation to solutions that are adopted and create value for both people and the organization.
Tamara Scapin
Associate Partner
TWIST Reply
26 june
12:45
Mainstage
Closing Session 1!
Day 3
26 june
12:50 - 13:20
Fintech & Digital Assets
From Nation to Protocol
Decentralized technologies are redefining the very concept of community, governance, and social coordination. From DAOs to Network States and Network Societies, a new paradigm is emerging where identity, value, and participation are organized through protocols, tokens, and onchain infrastructures. This panel will explore how tokenization is transforming the economy, governance, and digital ownership, opening up new opportunities for global communities, distributed organizations, and borderless collaboration models. At the same time, the main risks will be addressed: power concentration, speculation, ineffective governance, social fragmentation, and regulatory implications. An open discussion on the future of institutions in the Web3 era: what happens when the protocol becomes a form of collective coordination?
Matteo Tambussi
Web3 and P2P Development
Salvatore Furnari
Lawyer
Lener & Partners
Leonardo Manfrini
Network School
Francesco Bianchi
Head of Sales
KPK
Caroline Poli
Entrepreneur
26 june
12:55 - 13:10
Digital Health
The virtual hospital in the context of Italian healthcare: a slow approach
The Virtual Hospital is a digital organizational model designed for the continuous management of complex patients, integrating remote monitoring, telemedicine, and personalized care pathways. It is based on the principles of Slow Medicine, promoting appropriateness and sustainability, and the Patient Revolution, emphasizing the active involvement of patients. Its goal is to improve clinical outcomes, quality of life, and the efficiency of the healthcare system.
Enrico Morello
MD & PhD
ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia
26 june
14:00 - 14:20
Start the Future
Being a Social Media Manager in the Age of AI — Strategies, Tactics, and Tools
Personal branding, generative AI, advertising campaigns, client management, quotations, contracts, and much more: the work of a Social Media Manager is complex, multifaceted, and constantly evolving. This book will guide you through the path needed to truly master the profession, while keeping in mind the mantra that accompanies every serious professional: engage to convert.Anyone who wants to become an SMM — or who already works in the field but wants to stop being mistaken for a simple “page manager” — must first understand what distinguishes real Social Media Marketing from randomly posting content. In an industry where anyone can call themselves an expert after a €9.99 course, standing out means something very specific: analyzing, planning, measuring, and optimizing. And doing so by intelligently integrating AI, which is not a shortcut but a value multiplier for those who know how to use it.
Veronica Gentili
Social Media Expert
Glisco Marketing
Maurizio Vedovati
Publisher & Moderator
Hoepli Editore
26 june
14:20 - 14:40
Start the Future
Human in the Loop - Moral Imagination in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
What happens when the human in me sees the human in you?In this deeply personal keynote, Alicia Hanf shares lessons from Afghanistan, the rescue of Afghan girls during the fall of Kabul, and her work at the intersection of technology, healthcare, and human connection.At a time when artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming society, and many people are carrying a profound sense of collective grief, Alicia explores moral imagination, the ability to imagine the humanity of someone whose life is different from our own. stories of war, belonging, storytelling, and hope, she challenges audiences to think beyond technology and toward the human values that shape it.This keynote is a call to remain curious in the face of certainty, connected in the face of division, and human in the face of extraordinary technological change.Because humanity is what we’re protecting.And the future will be shaped by our willingness to keep it in the loop.
Alicia Hanf
Head of Ecosystem and Capital Partnerships
LG NOVA
26 june
14:20 - 14:40
Start the Future
Why AI for Product Teams Needs to Be Multiplayer
AI has transformed what one person can do. But building great products has never been a solo sport. In this talk, Dave Ross explores how product teams are adapting — moving from fragmented AI usage to collaborative, agent-powered workflows. Using real examples from Miro, he’ll show how teams are rethinking how they work, build, and learn together. And why, despite all the change, the fundamentals still win: strong culture, good judgement, and the environments that help teams learn faster — from hackathons to Fail Nights, and the informal moments where the best ideas often emerge
Dave Ross
Chief Evangelist
Miro
26 june
14:30 - 15:00
Digital Health
Artificial Science? Opportunities and Risks of AI in Scientific Publishing
Artificial intelligence is transforming scientific publishing, offering new opportunities to support writing, peer review, and editorial process management. However, these same tools can amplify issues already present within the publishing system: automated manuscript generation, fake publications, paper mills, peer review manipulation, and fabricated images and data. This presentation offers a critical analysis of the relationship between AI and research integrity, highlighting the potential, risks, and responsibilities of authors, reviewers, publishers, and institutions in preserving the quality, transparency, and reliability of the editorial process and scientific literature.
Tiziano Innocenti
Director of the Research Methodology Unit
Fondazione GIMBE
26 june
14:30 - 15:10
Non-Profit
Charity Streaming: Live Broadcasting Between Entertainment and Solidarity
Charity streaming is a form of live online broadcasting that blends entertainment with awareness for social causes. Today, this solidarity-driven live experience represents the intersection of the creator economy and civic engagement. Fondazione AIFR analyzes this tool as a process of value co-creation capable of generating cross-cutting benefits: a leverage for positioning and trust for the creator, a channel to acquire new young supporters for non-profits, and an engaging awareness experience for communities. We will explore how to convert attention into social impact through real-world case studies.
Federico Caiulo
Digital Platforms & Charity Streaming Advisor
Fondazione Filantropica AIFR - ETS
Marco Parisini
AD
MYDONOR Società Benefit s.r.l.
26 june
14:30 - 15:00
Geopolitics
Who owns the tools we think with?
The Political and Economic posture of platforms and AI: a practical perspective for those who work with them every day
Matteo Lolletti
Filmmaker, autore e docente universitario
Sunset
26 june
14:30 - 15:00
Cybersecurity
Vibe coding & Code Security
From vibe coding to AI security, two new frontiers that both companies and individuals should begin exploring. This talk will cover the two main approaches to vibe coding — natural language to code and natural language to product — highlighting not only the opportunities they offer, but also the challenges they introduce, especially in the field of security. While vibe coding can significantly accelerate development processes, it must be used with awareness and proper understanding. We will therefore also explore code scanning practices and security-oriented approaches to vibe coding.
Rodolfo Rollo
Solutions Architect, Cloud
Palo Alto Networks
26 june
14:30 - 15:00
Work & HR
Human Augmentation: How Robotics and AI Are Redesigning Work, Skills, and Inclusion
The roundtable explores the role of robotics technologies, artificial intelligence, and innovations in prosthetics in redefining personal autonomy and workplace inclusion for people with motor disabilities.The discussion will highlight how new solutions and intelligent control systems represent not only a clinical advancement, but also an enabling factor for returning to work.It will also broaden the perspective to the systemic impact of innovation: from the laboratory to society, and toward new scenarios of skills, inclusion, and accessibility in the world of work.
Lucrezia Grassi
Assistant Professor in Robotics & AI
University of Genoa
Alberto Dellacasa Bellingegni
Ricercatore - R&D Senior Engineer
INAIL, Istituto Nazionale Assicurazione contro gli Infortuni sul Lavoro
Samuele De Giuseppe
Researcher
Rehab Technologies Lab IIT-INAIL
26 june
14:30 - 14:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
What Is Quantum and Why Should You Care?
In this talk I will give you a layman-friendly, brief description of what quantum technologies are, what they can do for you, what you can do with them, and why you should care.
Fabrizio Romano Genovese
Founder
onetimelabs
26 june
14:40 - 15:10
GovTech
Innovazione, crescita e competenze: la governance metropolitana come leva strategica di sviluppo
Accanto alla trasformazione fisica degli spazi urbani, le città metropolitane sono oggi chiamate a governare processi sempre più complessi e immateriali: innovazione pubblica, trasformazione digitale, sviluppo economico, lavoro, ricerca, competenze, attrattività e collaborazione tra istituzioni, imprese e comunità locali. Il panel approfondisce il ruolo dei territori metropolitani come piattaforme strategiche di innovazione, capaci di sperimentare nuovi modelli di governance e di contribuire alla definizione di politiche pubbliche più inclusive, competitive e orientate alla crescita. Attraverso il confronto tra diverse esperienze amministrative, l’incontro si inserisce nel percorso di costruzione di un Manifesto per l’Innovazione che parta dalle città metropolitane per delineare priorità, strumenti e indirizzi utili a una nuova agenda nazionale dello sviluppo. Modera: Antonio Palmieri
Antonio Palmieri
President - Fondazione Pensiero Solido
MODERATORE
Riccardo Corbucci
Chair of the Rome Capital Committee, Statute and Technological Innovation
Roma Capitale
Marco Porcedda
Councillor for Security, Information Systems, and Cybersecurity
Municipality of Turin
Giovanna Iacovone
Councillor for Urban and Social Regeneration
Municipality of Bari
26 june
14:50 - 15:10
Fintech & Digital Assets
Marco Crotta
Blockchain Expert
Conio.com
26 june
15:10 - 15:50
Start the Future
Who am AI? How Artificial Intelligence is redefining the Creative Director's role
Guido Callegari
Senior Art Director & AI Specialist
GRAiL
Michele Cireddu
Creative & Innovation Lead
Leo Italia
Flavia Russo
Local Ambassador & Creative Director
Emilia Romagna ADCI
Manuel Alvaro
Senior Creative & Trainer
26 june
15:20 - 15:50
Work & HR
Training with AI: how conversational simulators are truly transforming learning.
What happens when we use AI to truly train people on real work situations? In this session, we’ll explore how conversational simulators and AI tutors are transforming learning from content to be consumed into experiences to be lived: managers practicing difficult feedback conversations, sales teams handling complex negotiations, and operators navigating critical situations in a safe environment. Through real cases and practical examples, we will examine: how to design learning experiences based on simulation and dialogue; what measurable impact they generate on performance, engagement, and on-the-job transfer; and how AI is radically reshaping the role of training—from content delivery to the design of practice environments. We will also look at what is already working in organizations today, the results being achieved, and what, in the coming months, will change the way learning is designed and experienced.
Andrea Corsi
Senior Trainer & Learning Advisor
Skilla
26 june
15:20 - 15:50
Cybersecurity
AI, Deepfakes, and Cybercrime: When Reality Becomes a Vulnerable Infrastructure
The goal is to provide a strategic analysis of the new landscape where generative AI and deepfakes transform reality into a vulnerable infrastructure. Participants will understand how conflict is shifting from a technical dimension to a cognitive one, and why cybersecurity is now an architecture for economic, political, and democratic stability. Governing trust becomes the new frontier of security.
Francesco Morelli
Certified Information Security Manager
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26 june
15:20 - 15:50
Geopolitics
25 years after 9/11: the largest attack in history and the crisis of western democracy
In the 25 years since the terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers — the deadliest attacks in modern history — the West has progressively redefined, and increasingly unbalanced, the relationship between individual freedom and collective security. A new “existential fear,” perceived as an irrational threat to the very foundations of Euro-Atlantic civilization, has led to the restriction of fundamental rights and the weakening of democratic representation, making the model of “illiberal democracy” more relevant than ever.
Domenico Guzzo
Professor & Documentary Filmmaker
CIVIDEM
26 june
15:20 - 16:00
GovTech
La politica in ritardo: giovani, innovazione e i linguaggi del cambiamento
La tecnologia corre più veloce delle istituzioni: dall’AI alle nuove piattaforme digitali, dalle competenze alla regolazione, la politica è spesso chiamata a intervenire quando il cambiamento è già avvenuto. Il panel mette a confronto giovani rappresentanti dei principali schieramenti politici italiani e una prospettiva accademica e imprenditoriale del mondo tech per discutere come le nuove generazioni possano contribuire a colmare questo divario, rendendo politica e istituzioni più capaci di anticipare le trasformazioni tecnologiche invece di rincorrerle.Modera: Antonio Pamieri
Antonio Palmieri
President - Fondazione Pensiero Solido
MODERATORE
Bernard Dika
Undersecretary to the Presidency
Region of Tuscany
Matteo Hallissey
President
+Europa
Daniele Aiello
Responsabile Nazionale Organizzazione
Forza Italia Giovani
26 june
15:20 - 15:40
Fintech & Digital Assets
Prediction Markets come Digital Assets: la nuova frontiera della Capital Efficiency
Alessandro Brigato
Ceo
TokNox
26 june
15:20 - 15:50
Non-Profit
Playing with Risk: Videogames and VR to Foster Preparedness and Resilience in Youth
A discussion on the edugame Corri il Rischio (Run the Risk) and FEEL SAFE VR: tools designed to make risk prevention engaging and accessible for children and teenagers. These resources promote risk awareness, self-protection practices, and the active participation of minors, fostering the large-scale diffusion of an inclusive culture of resilience.
Flaminia Cordani
Emergency Leader
Save the Children
Caterina Garofano
COO & Co-Founder
BYF - Build Your Future Srl
Francesca Scarrone
XR Researcher
Fondazione LINKS
Ida Di Costanzo
Project & Key Account Manager
Code This Lab srl
26 june
15:20 - 15:35
Digital Health
Why invest in biomedical research
Veronica Comi
General Director
Regional Foundation for Biomedical Research
26 june
15:35 - 15:50
Digital Health
The Role of Professional Associations in Technological Innovation
To illustrate how Professional Associations—and specifically ours, a young organization representing 19 different health professions—can serve as a crucial institutional driver for technological innovation. This impact spans training, ethics, deontology, and the representation of the specific expertise of numerous professionals. Today, and even more so tomorrow, these professionals are equipped to meet the population's healthcare needs by leveraging everything that technology and innovation currently offer and will provide in the future.
Federico Pompei
President
Ordine TSRM e PSTRP Umbria
26 june
15:50 - 16:05
Digital Health
Digital health does not take off on its own: what is really needed to make it work
Digital health promises a lot, but it often fails to generate real impact. The problem is not only technological: it is also methodological, educational, and cultural. Drawing from concrete experiences in healthcare implementation and training, I will analyze what happens when complex digital systems are introduced. Through real-life examples, I will propose a practical model for transforming technology into clinical value.
Matteo Steduto
Nurse Coordinator & ICT Trainer
IRCCS Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza
26 june
16:00 - 16:40
Start the Future
AI and strategic infrastructures: from experimentation to large-scale adoption across finance, public services, and public administration
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly evolving from an experimental field into a strategic driver of national competitiveness. In Italy, the real leap in scale depends on critical infrastructures, financial services, public administration, and large public platforms. This panel brings together firsthand experiences from highly complex environments, including public services, digital banking, strategic investments, and cross-industry implementations. The goal is to examine what is truly required to bring AI into large-scale production, including within public-sector contexts. From data management to governance, and from the role of public institutions to private enterprises, the discussion will highlight the conditions needed to transform AI into a structural driver of the country’s economic and industrial development. A practical discussion featuring those already building AI at a national scale, including adoption models within public administration. The panel compares four key perspectives from the Italian AI ecosystem.
Cosimo Birtolo
Head of Artificial Intelligence Hub
Poste Italiane S.p.A.
Annalisa Ceccarelli
Head of Competence Center IA e Digital Tech
CDP
Fabio Fumarola
Head of AI
FinecoBank
26 june
16:10 - 16:40
Non-Profit
Il progetto BreastScan: l’utilizzo critico e consapevole dell’IA a favore della ricerca e della salute
Roberto Maroncelli
Specialista in radiodiagnostica
Università Sapienza di Roma
26 june
16:10 - 16:40
Work & HR
Women in Tech Italy: building an inclusive digital future in the age of AI
The future of digital work in Italy is marked by a growing skills gap and the loss of female talent throughout the tech pipeline. While AI is reshaping roles and competencies, the gender gap remains one of the key challenges of the Future of Work. Ioana Codoban and Manuela Venturi from team.blue and Silvia Mazzanti from Women in Tech Italy—the Italian chapter of a global network spanning six continents and more than 65 chapters—will present WIT’s vision for building an inclusive ecosystem that connects businesses, institutions, and tech communities.
Silvia Mazzanti
Director
WOMEN IN TECH It
Ioana Codoban
Director Program Management & AI & Data
Team.blue
Manuela Venturi
Data & Analytics Director
Team.blue
26 june
16:10 - 16:40
Cybersecurity
When Machines Manipulate: The Weaponization of AI
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the global security landscape faster than institutions can adapt. In this talk, cybersecurity expert David Silva explores how AI is increasingly weaponized to manipulate information, automate cyberattacks, and influence societies. Through real-world examples, attendees will understand the risks of AI-driven manipulation and learn practical strategies that organizations, governments, and citizens can adopt to detect, mitigate, and defend against these emerging threats.
David de Paula Santos Silva
Founder & CEO
CyberX - The Ethical Hacking Services
26 june
16:10 - 16:40
Geopolitics
The world of chaos
Greta Cristini
Reporter
26 june
16:10 - 16:50
Fintech & Digital Assets
Rules, Rights, and Digital Sovereignty: The Challenge of Crypto-Assets in Europe
Cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and DeFi challenge the traditional balances between markets, institutions, and monetary sovereignty. We will analyze how regulators and policymakers are reacting, what the crypto world is asking for, and which compromises are truly possible.
Fabrizio Vedana
President
AssoCASP
Stefano Capaccioli
Founding Partner & Tax Committee
Conlex & Moneyviz
Tommaso Astazi
Policy Director
Blockchain for Europe
Marcello Coppo
Italian Parliament
Italian Republic & Parliamentary Intergroup on “Digital Assets”
26 june
16:15 - 16:25
Mainstage
Emerging Bands Contest Final - Live Show
Giovedì
Band
26 june
16:20 - 16:50
Digital Health
The Future of Pharmacy: AI and Citizen-Centric Care
A panel discussion with the real driving forces of change: a pharma industry expert, a pharmacist, and two health-AI specialists. Together, they will analyze the "service-based pharmacy," which has become the primary touchpoint for citizens seeking advice, solutions, and care. Discover how Artificial Intelligence is amplifying this role, delivering tangible and already visible health benefits for everyone, while moving toward an increasingly accessible and integrated ecosystem.
Marco Grespigna
CEO
Think Fwd Group
Mirko Puliafito
CEO & Co-Founder
Digitiamo
Rosbeh Zakikhani
CEO
AIKNOWYOU
Francesco Zanetti
Healthcare Marketing
Studio Zanetti
26 june
16:25 - 16:30
Mainstage
Opening Session 2!
Day 3
26 june
16:30 - 16:45
Mainstage
The Italian Dream: costruire una visione per il futuro dell'Italia
Alec Ross
Distinguished Adjunct Professor
Bologna Business School
26 june
16:30 - 17:00
GovTech
Digital Networks Act: Towards a Stronger European Connectivity Ecosystem
A conversation on the Digital Networks Act and the strategic role of Europe’s digitalinfrastructures in promoting industrial, technological and public-sector competitiveness.From the perspective of regulators and operators, the discussion will explore howhigh-capacity networks, fibre, cloud, data centres, cybersecurity and advanced digitalservices can enable AI adoption, stimulate industrial innovation, strengthen digital publicadministration and ensure Europe’s technological sovereignty.The conversation will address the main regulatory and operational challenges, thesynergies between operators and regulatory authorities, and the role of European policiesin creating a harmonised, secure and competitive digital ecosystem for the benefit ofbusinesses, citizens and institutions.
Antonio Palmieri
President - Fondazione Pensiero Solido
MODERATORE
Alejandra de Iturriaga Gandini
Director of Telecommunications and Audiovisual Sector
CNMC
26 june
16:45 - 17:05
Mainstage
Organized Crime, Technology, and the New Frontiers of Crime
Nicola Gratteri
Public Prosecutor
Court of Naples
26 june
17:05 - 17:25
Mainstage
Language and Storytelling in the Age of AI
Stefano Massini
Author & Playwright
26 june
17:25 - 17:30
Mainstage
Faceless Identity: Exploring Authenticity in the Age of Illusory Freedom
Matteo Succi
Visual Artist
Svccy
26 june
17:30 - 17:45
Mainstage
The Future of Human Readiness: Why the Most Important Technology We’ll Ever Develop Is Ourselves
Malik Jackson
Founder and CEO
The Care League
Alicia Hanf
Head of Institutional Ecosystem Partnerships
LG NOVA - LG Electronics
26 june
17:45 - 17:55
Mainstage
Innovation & Design in the Digital Era
l 26 giugno, a partire dalle 14, sino alle 16, Chris Bangle, il grande designer americano, papà di iconiche automobili tedesche ed italiane e delle Big Bench (Panchinoni giganti) sarà allo stand Annoluce (Hall 30, B25-C26) per un firmacopie del suo ultimo libro "Leggere tra le righe del Car Design".
Chris Bangle
Managing Director & Former Design Lead
Chris Bangle Associates & BMW
26 june
17:55 - 18:10
Mainstage
AI e lavoro: tra trasformazione e nuove sfide sociali
Pierpaolo Bombardieri
General Secretary
UIL
Cosmano Lombardo
Chairman
WMF - We Make Future
26 june
18:10 - 18:25
Mainstage
The Future of Workers Rights
Christian Daniel Smalls
Founder and former president of the Amazon Labor Union
Randa Ghazy
Journalist, Author & Media Specialist
26 june
18:25 - 18:40
Mainstage
Why YouTube? Why now? Behind Camihawke's new channel: format, community, and a new phase in his creative journey.
Camihawke
Content Creator
26 june
18:40 - 18:50
Mainstage
Beyond the Algorithm: The Evolution of Digital Creativity
Awed
comedian, actor & content creator
26 june
18:50 - 18:55
Mainstage
Closing Ceremony WMF 2026!
Day 3
26 june
19:00
Mainstage
Live Concert - Ditonellapiaga
Ditonellapiaga
Highlights
June 24 - 26 BolognaFiere
Key Agenda Themes
AI and Manufacturing Consent
Security, Justice, and New Investigative Models
Research, Education, and Employment
Technological Governance and the European Agenda
Territorial Transformation and Urban Attractiveness
The Transformation of Work and Production Systems
AI and Manufacturing Consent
The evolution of Artificial Intelligence and digital platforms is profoundly redefining democratic processes, impacting the production and distribution of information, the shaping of public consensus, and the balance of power between citizens, institutions, and private actors. In a landscape where data, algorithms, and predictive models increasingly influence public debate, new challenges emerge regarding transparency, information quality, and the protection of fundamental rights. This panel brings together academic, institutional, and operational perspectives to analyze the risks and opportunities of this transformation, reflecting on the future of democracy in the digital age.
PANELIST:
Oreste Pollicino, Full Professor of Constitutional Law, Bocconi University
Riccardo Magi, Member Italian Chamber of Deputies
Marco Cappato, President Eumans
AI and Justice
The evolution of digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence is deeply transforming the justice system, redefining the very concept of evidence, investigative methods, and the delicate balance between security and fundamental rights. In this scenario, institutions, law enforcement, and policymakers are called to address new challenges related to the reliability of digital evidence, the rapid pace of innovation, and the adequacy of regulatory frameworks. This panel brings together operational, institutional, and legislative perspectives to outline the critical issues, opportunities, and future trajectories of a system in full transformation.
PANELIST:
Antonella Ciriello, Head of the Department for Technological Innovation of Justice, Ministry of Justice
Debora Serracchiani, Member of the Justice Committee, Italian Chamber of Deputies
Amedeo Martina, Commander of the 3rd Section of the Information Technology Unit of the Special Operations Group (ROS), Arma dei Carabinieri
AI and Global Innovation
In an increasingly competitive global scenario, technological innovation has become a strategic lever of international policy, capable of redefining economic balances, state relations, and development dynamics. Within this context, Europe is called to strengthen its role through a combination of policies, investments, and economic diplomacy tools, leveraging startups, enterprises, and research centers. This panel compares European and national perspectives to analyze how technology and innovation are integrating into geopolitical strategies and what opportunities are emerging for the European ecosystem on the global stage.
PANELIST:
Lucilla Sioli, Director for "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Industry", Directorate-General CONNECT, European Commission
Sergio Strozzi, Head of Innovation, Technology and Startups, Ministero degli Affari Esteri
Regions and Territorial Innovation Governance
Le Regioni sono oggi tra i principali attori nell’implementazione delle politiche di innovazione, chiamate a tradurre strategie e indirizzi in interventi concreti su digitale, lavoro e inclusione sociale. In questo scenario, la sfida non è più solo definire policy, ma misurarne l’impatto reale sui territori e sui cittadini, integrando innovazione tecnologica e welfare. Il panel mette a confronto esperienze e approcci diversi per analizzare come le amministrazioni regionali stanno guidando la trasformazione digitale e sociale, tra attuazione, risultati e modelli replicabili.
PANELIST:
Mariaelena Motzo, Regional Minister for General Affairs, Personnel, and Reform, Autonomous Region of Sardinia
Valentina Cera, Secretary Councillor of the Presidency Office of the Regional Council, Piedmont Region
Elena Mazzoni, Regional Minister for the Digital Agenda, Promotion of a Culture of Legality, Poverty Reduction, and the Solidarity Economy, Emilia-Romagna Region
Alberto Lenzi,Councillor for Labour and Technological Innovation, Tuscany Region
The "Agentic Government" Model
Artificial Intelligence is introducing new ways for institutions to operate, paving the way for decision-making models that are increasingly automated, data-driven, and efficiency-oriented. Within this context, the concept of the "Agentic Government" emerges - a model where intelligent systems support, and in some cases transform, public processes, from policy-making to operational management. This panel brings together diverse experiences and visions to analyse how AI is redefining governance, participation, and accountability, and explores the implications for the future of democracy.
PANELIST:
Magnus Strobel, Co-Founder & CEO, Nexus Politics
Evelien Nieuwenburg, Co-Founder, Dembrane
Simone Maria Parazzoli,Co-Author, The Agentic State
Francesco Vecchi, Coordinator EU Civic AI, Eumans
Work, Institutions, and Social Dialogue
Technological transformations and new production models are profoundly redefining the world of work, bringing challenges related to rights, protections, and representation to the forefront. In this scenario, innovation intertwines with the need to ensure decent and sustainable working conditions, reshaping the role of institutions and trade unions. This panel brings together institutional and labor perspectives to analyze how work and models of representation are changing, and what balances will be necessary to reconcile development, innovation, and rights in the near future.
PANELIST:
Pierpaolo Bombardieri, General Secretary, UIL
Susanna Camusso, Senator, Senate of the Italian Republic
International Delegations Attending in 2026
Slovakia
Ministry of Digital Transformation of Slovakia
Albania
TEDA Tirana - Albania's first free economic zone
Palestine
AICS Gerusalemme
Bulgaria
Bulgarian small and medium enterprises promotion agency
Croatia
Italian Chamber of Commerce in Zagreb
Türkiye
Invest in Turkey
Estonia
e-Residency Estonia
Greece
Italian Chamber of Commerce Thessaloniki
Slovenia
Gamer Change Lubjiana
Egypt
AAST Entrepreneurship Center
Serbia
Italian Chamber of Commerce in Belgrade
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"Congratulations to you for the great attention you have chosen to give, in an event that talks about digital and innovation, to the serious flood that has hit the Emilia-Romagna region, a sign of sensitivity and attention towards the territories hard hit that need to rise and restart [...] I find your theme of digital and technological innovation at the center of what is the current news I mentioned. There is a world of new things, new excellences that you represent in your assembly and they are a strong contribution to the growth of our economic system, of our production system." [WMF2023]
Gilberto Pichetto Fratin
Minister of Environment and Energy Security
"The future is at our doorstep, and it takes the form of technological and digital innovation, and we as a government have decided to embrace it without reservations. For this reason, we have chosen to board the train of the WMF, the largest international event on digital innovation worldwide, along with 49 other countries." [WMF2023]
Edona Bilali
Albanian Minister of Entrepreneurship Protection
"Thank you for the invitation, first of all, and for the opportunity to get to know you better: for us, who must represent the transformation of the world of work and work itself, it is important to understand how professions evolve. In the work we have done together, there are several points to work on, such as the definition of a real national contract, capable of identifying qualifications, functions, tasks, and consequent economic treatments." [WMF2023]
Pierpaolo Bombardieri
General Secretary of the UIL
"We Make Future 2023 has represented an important opportunity to explore the opportunities and challenges of digital innovation, even in the public sector." [WMF2023]
Pietro Pacini
Director General of the Consortium for the Information System (CSI) of Piedmont
"Let me congratulate your Festival, the WMF, for its presence here in Emilia Romagna. For us, it is truly valuable and it is a beautiful gift you are giving us. Look at how many of you are here today, look at how many different generations are coming together in this audience, on this stage. It is an important thing." [WMF2022]
Elly Schlein
Member of Parliament and Secretary of the Democratic Party,
Former Vice President of the Emilia-Romagna Region [2022]
"If we want to build the future, as your Festival aims to do, we must engage in planning and have a vision of the future. [...] since this is the Festival of digital and social innovation, what we are questioning is precisely how all of society can contribute to this transformation, as consumers, citizens, and members of communities that will need to reinvent themselves." [WMF2022]
Enrico Giovannini
Professor at the University of Rome Tor Vergata
Former Minister of Infrastructure and Sustainable Mobility [2022]
"I am pleased to open this 9th edition of the We Make Future Festival, a festival that once again presents itself as one of the most qualified opportunities for discussion on the themes of digital and social innovation. Even in a year of crisis like 2020, in fact, the Festival confirmed its role as an incubator of ideas and solutions." [WMF2020]
Luigi Di Maio
Special Representative of the European Union for the Persian Gulf
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation [2020]
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Stefano Quintarelli
Inventor of the SPID (Sistema Pubblico di Identità Digitale - Public Digital Identity System)
Former Member of the Italian Parliament
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Dario Nardella
Mayor of Florence
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Mauro Marsili
Ambassador of Italy to the Czech Republic [WMF Roadshow, Prague 2023]
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