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Venture Capital in Italy's Tech Ecosystem | United Ventures at 0100 Conference Mediterranean

At our previous 0100 Conference Mediterranean, Damiano Coletti, a Partner at United Ventures, provides key insights into Italy's evolving venture capital landscape. He highlights the significant growth of the Italian tech ecosystem over the past decade, attributing it to the involvement of institutional investors and specialized VC firms like United Ventures.

Coletti emphasizes United Ventures' unique approach, investing in Italian founders while nurturing their global aspirations. He showcases success stories from their portfolio, demonstrating how the firm enables startups to scale internationally, especially in sectors like fintech, cybersecurity, edtech, and more.

Additionally, Coletti discusses the challenges faced by VC firms due to fluctuating market conditions, emphasizing the impact of interest rates and market shocks on fundraising efforts. Despite these challenges, he identifies sectors ripe for strategic investment, emphasizing the importance of technology-driven solutions for societal challenges.

United Ventures' commitment to supporting Italian startups extends beyond geographical boundaries, as they actively invest in companies across various countries while leveraging their extensive Italian network. Coletti concludes by shedding light on their ongoing fundraising efforts for United Ventures 3, an early-stage fund aimed at furthering tech innovation.

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