San Francisco: a week of Italian innovation with INNOVIT, RSA Conference, and the Consulate General in cybersecurity, quantum technologies, space economy and defense tech
From March 23 to 27, 2026, San Francisco hosted an exceptionally intense week dedicated to Italian innovation, transatlantic cooperation, and the promotion of national entrepreneurial and scientific talent. In parallel, INNOVIT welcomed two acceleration cohorts, including a program developed in partnership with the Italian National Cybersecurity Agency, represented in San Francisco by Luca Nicoletti, Director […]
Read moreDeep Tech and cybersecurity: Exein in the spotlight at the Consulate General during RSA Conference
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco recently hosted an exclusive fireside chat featuring Exein Founder and CEO, Gianni Cuozzo, and United Ventures Founder and Managing Partner, Massimiliano Magrini, highlighting one of the most compelling success stories in the Italian deep-tech ecosystem. Taking place alongside the RSA Conference in San Francisco, the event offered […]
Read moreExploring the frontiers of innovation: Consul General Massimo Carnelos visits Blue Origin
Consul General Massimo Carnelos recently visited Blue Origin, one of the world’s most visionary companies, whose motto Gradatim Ferociter—“Step by Step, Ferociously”—reflects the relentless pursuit of innovation and exploration. The visit offered an inspiring glimpse into the cutting-edge technologies that are pushing the boundaries of human possibility, from space travel to advanced aerospace engineering. During […]
Read moreThe Consulate General partners in screening of “Zweitland” at Berlin & Beyond Film Festival
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco, in collaboration with the Italian Institute of Culture in San Francisco, proudly participated in the screening of the film Zweitland (“A Land Within”) as part of the Berlin & Beyond German Language Film Festival. Consul General Massimo Carnelos attended the screening, along with featured actor from Alto […]
Read moreThe Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco celebrates the next generation of Italian tech entrepreneurs
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco proudly hosted a gathering dedicated to the new generation of Italian founders and innovators across Italy and Silicon Valley. The event brought together more than 50 talented young Italian entrepreneurs, highlighting the dynamism and creativity that continue to strengthen the ties between the two innovation ecosystems. Organized […]
Read moreConsul General Massimo Carnelos attends La Scuola International’s Annual La Dolce Vita Gala
Consul General Massimo Carnelos was pleased to attend the annual La Dolce Vita Gala hosted by La Scuola International, a vibrant celebration of community, culture, and the longstanding ties between Italy and the Bay Area. The evening also offered a meaningful opportunity for the school’s community to renew its shared commitment and enthusiastic support for […]
Read moreConsul General Massimo Carnelos’ third mission to Seattle: advancing innovation and Italy–U.S. cooperation
Consul General Massimo Carnelos’ third visit to the Evergreen State of Washington reaffirmed the region’s remarkable potential for deepening economic and scientific collaboration with Italy. From institutional engagements in the state capital to interactions with the local innovation ecosystem, the trip highlighted the vibrancy and strategic opportunities that Washington offers for transatlantic partnerships. During his […]
Read moreThe Etruscans at Berkeley: Culture, Scholarship, and Italy–U.S. Collaboration
The Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, Massimo Carnelos, attended the opening of “The Etruscans Uncovered: The Phoebe A. Hearst Collection” at University of California, Berkeley, highlighting Italy’s rich cultural heritage and its academic collaborations in the United States. Hosted in the Bernice Layne Brown Gallery of Doe Library from March 9 to August […]
Read moreThe Italian video game industry takes center stage at GDC 2026 in San Francisco
Italy’s dynamic video game development sector was prominently represented in San Francisco during the 2026 edition of the Game Developers Conference (GDC) at the Moscone Center, the leading international gathering dedicated to game development, interactive media, and emerging digital technologies. With global gaming revenues reaching nearly $455 billion in 2024 and continuing to grow at […]
Read moreINNOVIT Startups Bootcamp: the Consulate General welcomes the cohort to Silicon Valley
The Consulate General proudly welcomed a new cohort of Italian founders participating in the INNOVIT – Italian Innovation and Culture Hub Startups Bootcamp, strengthening Italy’s presence in Silicon Valley and its connection to the global innovation ecosystem. During the program, participants immersed themselves in the Bay Area’s dynamic entrepreneurial landscape. Consul General Massimo Carnelos and […]
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