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February 7, 2022

The top 10 Italian startups to watch in 2022, according to VCs

As Italy begins to play tech catch up, Italian VC funds P101, 360 Capital and United Ventures pick their cream of the local startup crop


Amy O'Brien

9 min read

Sara Lovato, investment manager at United Ventures.

There’s no denying that Italy’s tech scene has had a slow start compared to its European neighbours.

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Sara Lovato, investment manager at United Ventures 
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Emanuele Levi, general partner at 360 Capital
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Amy O'Brien

Amy O'Brien is a freelance reporter covering Italian tech. She was previously Sifted's fintech reporter

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