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Italy's PNRR has led to a 20% reduction in fiber authorization times, resulting in over 600 new telecommunications towers in underserved regions. Data center investments are projected to exceed €25 billion from 2026 to 2028, with current implementation at only 68% of forecasts.

The SPID digital identity system will be updated to meet the EU's eIDAS regulation, which mandates a European digital wallet by December 2026. Furthermore, the Italian Defense Ministry has launched the 'AI and Defense 2026' strategy, focusing on human oversight and accountability in AI usage.