Tecnopolo DAMA Hosts First Public Festival on Supercomputing and AI in Bologna

The Tecnopolo DAMA in Bologna hosted its first public festival, Tecnòpolis, from March 19 to 21, 2026, focusing on supercomputing, artificial intelligence, and space economy. The event featured over 30 international guests and discussions on innovation and exploration, including astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti and various experts. The festival highlighted the capabilities of DAMA's data centers, allowing public access to its powerful supercomputers.

Published Mar 24, 2026

From March 19 to 21, 2026, Tecnopolo DAMA in Bologna hosted its inaugural festival, Tecnòpolis, focusing on supercomputing, artificial intelligence, and space economy. The event, supported by local government and Emilia-Romagna region, opened with a screening of Fritz Lang's Metropolis.

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Notable speakers included ESA astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti discussing space exploration, and various experts like David Quammen and Stefano Mancuso addressing the impact of ideas and nature on innovation. The festival concluded with a dialogue on music and innovation and provided public access to DAMA's data centers, showcasing their significant data processing capabilities.