SMAU continues its journey through innovation with a 2026 edition that connects some of the world’s most dynamic international innovation hubs. London, Paris, Stockholm, New York and Milano will be the key stops of a path designed to bring together businesses, startups, investors, and institutions to shape the future of innovation through global connections.
London, Paris, and Stockholm, according to the Global Startup Index by StartupBlink, rank among the leading innovation ecosystems in Europe, positioning respectively 1st, 2nd, and 4th in the 2025 European ranking. New York stands out as one of the world’s top innovation hubs, ranking 2nd globally: a mature and highly competitive ecosystem that offers unparalleled opportunities for international growth, cross-market collaboration, and access to capital at scale.