eToro, a leading trading and investment platform, strengthens its presence in the Italian and European fintech landscape through a new partnership with SDA Bocconi. The broker announced its participation in the European FS (Financial Services) Tech Hub in Milan, an initiative promoted by ICE and developed by SDA Bocconi in partnership with various stakeholders in the financial services sector.

As a member of the European FS Tech Hub, eToro will collaborate with ICE and SDA Bocconi to develop and host events focused on the evolution of financial markets and the key role of the fintech sector. The Hub, launched at the end of 2023, aims to bring together companies, financial operators, startups and researchers at an international level. It offers a variety of learning opportunities, including workshops, specialized courses and training on entrepreneurship and innovation, with a particular focus on the changing regulatory landscape.

Massimo Chitoni, eToro's Country Manager for Italy, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, "We are delighted to accept SDA Bocconi's invitation to support this exciting initiative that heralds a future of more efficient and inclusive financial services. eToro began as a fintech company with a mission to use technology and finance to make markets accessible to all. Today, fostering active dialog among stakeholders is critical to co-creating a future of financial markets that are open, secure and transparent."

Chitoni emphasized eToro's commitment to fostering financial innovation: "We are proud to share our experience and expertise. After joining Assofintech, our participation in this project is further proof of our commitment to be active participants in financial innovation in Italy and Europe."

Gimede Gigante, Professor of Finance and Director of Innovation and Corporate Entrepreneurship at SDA Bocconi, pointed out the importance of the project: "At SDA Bocconi and in our European FS Tech Hub, we stand out for our international vocation and our ability to involve all key players in innovation in the financial system. These include regulators, industry associations, major consulting firms, banks and fintechs. The project combines excellence and uniqueness, aimed at fostering innovation and increasing the international competitiveness of the Italian financial sector. The creation of this hub represents a strategic objective that projects our school into the future, making it a European reference point for attracting and developing talent and technology in the financial sector, maximizing the exceptional platform offered by the city of Milan and collaborating with high-level partners."

The European FS Tech Hub in Milan aims to become a key platform for financial education and innovation, leveraging the expertise of its partners to create a dynamic environment for learning and development. By joining forces with SDA Bocconi and other key players, eToro is poised to make a significant contribution to the fintech dialog and the development of a more inclusive and efficient financial ecosystem.

This collaboration underscores eToro's ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and development of the fintech sector, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of financial technology advancements in Italy and across Europe. Through this strategic partnership, eToro aims to support the sustainable development of the financial services sector and promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation.