PLAI Accelerator, the Mondadori Group’s accelerator aimed at transforming ideas based on the use of artificial intelligence into successful entrepreneurial realities, has received the #Innovation SMAU 2024 Award.

The award, among the most prestigious in Italy, rewards companies characterized by a strong propensity for innovation, capable of driving the country’s growth, and enhances collaboration between companies and startups through Open Innovation and Co-Innovation projects to promote internationally competitive solutions.

SMAU was also a networking opportunity: numerous startups presented their innovative ideas in the education, book and publishing, new media & advertising and retail sectors at PLAI.

“Our goal is to support promising projects and open them a concrete outlet on the market,” commented Stefano Argiolas, CEO of PLAI.

The Mondadori Group’s accelerator confirms itself as a point of reference for innovation, paving the way for new collaborations and supporting the evolution of the Italian startup ecosystem.