Watch: Gabriele Ferrieri on how innovators are shaping Italy's gaming industry
The intersection of digital progress and youth entrepreneurship is redefining the trajectory of Italy’s gaming industry. In an interview with SiGMA Group Gabriele Ferrieri, President of the Italian National Association of Young Innovators (ANGI), shares compelling insights into how a new wave of talent is influencing regulation, ethical standards and the integration of advanced technologies in gaming.
Ferrieri’s perspective centres on the increasing value of collaboration between start-ups and established enterprises, with institutions playing a crucial role in enabling a healthy, forward-looking ecosystem. While acknowledging Italy’s complex bureaucratic landscape and relatively limited venture capital presence, he remains optimistic about the sector’s growth, driven by a generation of innovators with technical acumen and a commitment to sustainable business practices.
Among the most critical priorities, Ferrieri pointed to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and smart payments as key areas where gaming platforms can deliver both efficiency and accountability. He argued that innovation must go hand in hand with responsible gaming principles, particularly in B2B and B2C environments, where consumer trust is paramount.
At the regulatory level, Ferrieri underlined the importance of addressing compliance and data protection without stifling progress. He called for a more agile, ethics-driven approach to governance that fosters innovation while maintaining public confidence. A vibrant, inclusive model, one that embraces Open Innovation, is essential for bridging the gap between Italy’s start-up potential and its still-maturing digital economy.
Ferrieri also underscored the significance of corporate venture capital in the Italian market. Unlike speculative funding models, this approach encourages sustainable investment and creates strategic opportunities for emerging companies to scale. He urged large operators in the gaming industry to support young professionals, not only through funding but also by integrating them into their leadership structures and product pipelines.
The global dialogue on innovation
With growing international interest and a technology-savvy generation ready to contribute, Italy is poised to become a reference point in gaming innovation. Gabriele Ferrieri’s call to action is clear: Support young innovators, embrace digital transformation with integrity, and build an industry grounded in responsibility.
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