OFFICINA DIGITALE
CTE – Casa delle Tecnologie Emergenti
focus
Strategic Projects Acceleration and Incubation
PARTNER & STAKEHOLDERS
City of Naples (lead partner), University of Naples Federico II, University of Naples L'Orientale, Academy of Fine Arts of Naples, CNR-ISPC Institute for Cultural Heritage Sciences, MedITech, CeRICT, TIM, SPICI srl, OneMore Pictures
PROJECT DURATION
2022 – ongoing
The Infiniti Mondi – Casa delle Tecnologie Emergenti del Comune di Napoli project is an initiative funded by the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, with the aim of creating an innovation centre dedicated to the development of products, processes, services, startups, and new business models in the sector of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI).
The centre specialises in emerging technologies such as:
Metaverse
Web 3.0
Gaming & Gamification
Digital Storytelling
5G / Quantum Computing
Through advanced spaces and tools for experimentation and prototyping, the initiative aims to transform Napoli into a key technological hub, fostering collaboration between companies, academic institutions, and startups. The goal is to stimulate the growth of the local entrepreneurial fabric and promote technology transfer.
THE ROLE OF SPICI
Within the CTE of Naples – Infiniti Mondi, SPICI plays a strategic role in the creation of innovation ecosystems and in the development of digital skills.
Specifically, SPICI focuses on:
Advanced Laboratories
Gaming & Gamification: development and experimentation of innovative solutions based on gaming as a lever for technological, social, and cultural innovation.
Digital Storytelling: tools and methodologies for digital storytelling to support the Cultural and Creative Industries.
Support Programs for Startups and SMEs
Coordination of three incubation cycles to assist startups, spin-offs, and teams with innovative ideas in their growth and market validation process.
Open Innovation activities to facilitate the meeting between established companies and innovative startups.
Development of an International Acceleration Program, aimed at promoting the expansion of national and international Startups and SMEs in the global market.
Services provided by SPICI
The services provided by SPICI within the project include:
Access to advanced laboratories and technologies for prototyping and experimentation.
Training and capacity building for businesses and startups.
Mentorship and entrepreneurial support during incubation programs.
Networking and internationalisation, with opportunities to connect with partners, investors, and innovative ecosystems in Europe and beyond.
Open Innovation projects, to stimulate interaction between large companies, SMEs, and innovative startups.
