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The European Commission named Torino the winner of the 2024–25 European Capital of Innovation awards and described a city innovation network of more than 600 stakeholders. Startup Genome identifies mobility, aerospace, deep tech, and AI among Turin’s startup activity areas. [1][2]
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The European Commission named Torino the winner of the 2024–25 European Capital of Innovation awards and described a city innovation network of more than 600 stakeholders. Startup Genome identifies mobility, aerospace, deep tech, and AI among Turin’s startup activity areas. [1][2]
I3P is a university-linked startup incubator in Turin that describes supporting technology-based founders through incubation and fundraising. Politecnico di Torino reported that I3P’s network companies attracted more than €51 million during 2023. [3][4]
StartupBlink’s 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index ranks Turin 223rd globally, third in Italy, and 60th in Western Europe; these are the publisher’s index rankings. [5]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Turin ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #216 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 81 to 90 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
38 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Turin
Investors 21
Investor
InvestorEmpowering Italian founders globally.
InvestorEmpowering entrepreneurs to tackle global challenges.
The 3 most prominent of 21. Browse all investors
Accelerators 8
AcceleratorBuild It Up is a non-profit accelerator based in Torino, Italy, that supports startups through consultancy services and tailored acceleration programs.…
AcceleratorAccelerating AI-native ventures and innovation.
AcceleratorAccelerating aerospace and advanced hardware startups.
The 3 most prominent of 8. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 5
IncubatorInnovative Companies Incubator of Politecnico di Torino
IncubatorItaly's first center for social innovation.
IncubatorInnovative Companies Incubator of the University of Turin
The 3 most prominent of 5. Browse all incubators
Venture studios 4
Venture studioBuilding startups for SMEs through innovation.
Venture studioInvesting in startups produced by Mamazen Studio.
Venture studioBuilding digital ventures for a better tomorrow.
The 3 most prominent of 4. Browse all venture studios
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Your way in
Raising in Turin
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in Turin
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
- Build It UpAccelerator
- I3P - Innovative Companies Incubator of Politecnico TorinoIncubator
- All accelerators
Scouting in Turin
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Start scoutingFrom public sources
What the sources say about Turin
Torino Social Impact identifies the program focus and partner roles.
Source: What We DoStartup Genome characterizes these areas as active or emerging in Turin.
Source: TurinStartupBlink lists Turin’s publisher-attributed 2026 city and regional positions.
Source: Turin Startup Ecosystem - Rankings, Startups, and InsightsTorino City Lab describes the service and its audiences; its page does not confirm an open intake.
Source: ToTeM for FoundersThe Commission identifies Torino’s award and its multi-sector stakeholder network.
Source: Torino (Italy)Argotec’s own release places it in neighboring San Mauro Torinese and reports its 2024 results.
Source: Argotec 2024 results
Questions about Turin
How does Turin rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #216 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Turin?
21 investors based in Turin have a profile here, including Ersel Banca Privata, Vento and NEVA SGR. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Turin?
Yes. Turin has 8 accelerators, 5 incubators and 4 venture studios on record, including Build It Up, I3P - Innovative Companies Incubator of Politecnico Torino and Mamazen Startup Studio.
Geographic proximity
Nearby cities to Turin
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