Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is set to visit Rome for discussions with Italian government officials, signaling potential investments in Italy's AI sector.

This visit follows Altman's meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in New York, where they discussed AI regulation and development.

Microsoft plans to invest up to 4 billion euros in AI infrastructure in Northern Italy, while Alphabet-Google is considering investments in Sicily.

These moves highlight Italy's growing appeal as a tech hub, offering a skilled workforce and strategic location.

The Italian government is keen on fostering public-private partnerships to boost technological advancements and ensure AI development aligns with human-centric values.