Maker Faire Rome, the 2026 edition closed: attendance up 22%

Maker Faire Rome concluded its 2026 edition with a 22% increase in attendance, totaling 55,000 visitors. The event showcased new technologies like Julia 3.0 and featured ten startups from Unindustria, promoting a collaborative digital ecosystem. The president of the Rome Chamber of Commerce emphasized the importance of making technology inclusive and accessible. Julia 3.0, presented by the mayor, offers municipal services via a smartphone chat in over 80 languages. Unindustria's participation highlighted innovative solutions from startups in various fields, aiming to strengthen their presence in Lazio and foster synergies between innovation and the regional production system.