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The latest Youth Partnership report has been released. The Youth Partnership is a joint initiative of the Council of Europe and the European Commission, entitled “Here to Stay? The Transitions of Rural Youth Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemic.” The publication presents the findings of a study involving more than 8,000 young people from over 20 countries, providing an in-depth analysis of the life trajectories and transition patterns of youth living in rural areas before and after the COVID-19 crisis. Among the contributors to the publication is Professor Antonella Rocca, a faculty member of DISAQ, who led the data collection and analytical work. Read the report here 👇 https://shorturl.at/ROD13

On February 27, 2026, Villa Doria D’Angri will host a special event dedicated to exploring how the intersection of history, culture, and branding can generate value and strengthen the global positioning of Made in Italy. The morning session will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the presentation of the results of the PRIN research project “Is Old Really Gold?”. The event will bring together academics, institutional representatives, and entrepreneurs for a roundtable discussion aimed at examining the role of heritage in consolidating identity and enhancing the international competitiveness of Made in Italy. The afternoon programme will continue with The International Conference on Corporate and Brand Heritage. Starting at 2:00 p.m., the conference will feature a plenary session with internationally renowned keynote speakers, followed by parallel sessions dedicated to strategies, research findings, and case studies on corporate and cultural heritage. The event will provide concrete tools for integrating tradition, innovation, and competitive development, grounded in the conviction that historical and cultural heritage constitutes a strategic asset for Italy—not only in terms of identity and collective memory, but also as a driver of competitiveness for companies and local territories.

It was held at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, the 4th International Conference on Economic Statistics (ICES – SMEA 2026): “Statistical models for the economic transition: The new challenge in a developing world.” The conference was organized by the SMEA group of the Società Italiana di Statistica, coordinated by Professor Rosalia Castellano, in collaboration with the University of Bari. The event saw broad participation from members of the Statistics groups of DISAQ and DISEG. Over the two-day conference, participants engaged in discussions on how Economic Statistics can support research and the analysis of global transformations, ranging from changes in production processes and socio-demographic balances to the effects of climate change. Among the most significant contributions was the keynote lecture delivered by Engin Kara of Cardiff University, focusing on the informational value of consumer price microdata. Another highlight was the plenary session dedicated to the relationship between official statistics and economic statistics, organized as part of the centenary celebrations of the ISTAT. The conference also benefited from the contributions of numerous distinguished representatives from national and local institutions, including Banca d’Italia, Camera di Commercio di Bari, Unioncamere, the Comune di Bari, the Ministero dell’Economia e delle Finanze, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, and the Istituto Guglielmo Tagliacarne. Their interventions enriched the debate and fostered constructive dialogue between academia and policymakers on the key issues shaping the economic transition.

Applications remain open for a few more days for the Advanced University Course in Actuarial Sciences and Techniques, promoted by the Department of Business and Quantitative Studies (DISAQ). This advanced training programme is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their expertise in risk assessment, management, and modelling, providing sophisticated analytical tools to address the challenges of the actuarial, financial, and insurance sectors. The course is intended for graduates and professionals interested in developing specialized competencies in quantitative analysis, applied statistical methods, and risk management. It combines advanced theoretical instruction with practical applications, delivered by experienced faculty members and structured around a teaching approach closely aligned with professional practice. Applications will close on February 13, 2026. For the full call for applications and detailed information about the programme, please visit: https://h7.cl/1iH1m

The Advanced University Course in Sustainability Auditing is designed to train professionals capable of assessing, monitoring, and certifying the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of organizations. This interdisciplinary programme, developed in collaboration with NexumStp S.p.A. and the Ordine dei Dottori Commercialisti di Napoli, integrates regulatory, managerial, and technical competencies. It provides comprehensive training on international ESG reporting and assurance standards (including GRI, ESRS, and ISSB), in alignment with the latest European directives. The course is intended for auditors, chartered accountants, ESG consultants, managers, and entrepreneurs. Delivered entirely online, it comprises 72 hours of instruction and concludes with the award of a university certificate of attendance and successful completion. The application deadline is March 12, 2026. For full details and to apply, please visit: https://disaq.uniparthenope.it/corso-di-perfezionamento…/

On January 21, Daniele Previtali participated at the Banca d’Italia – Eurosystem in a roundtable discussion entitled “From Survival to Scaling: Unlocking the Potential of Italian Fintech”, held on the occasion of the presentation of the results of the first 2025 survey on non-supervised operators. The panel, moderated by Michele Lanotte, Deputy Head of the Retail Payment Instruments and Services Directorate of the Bank of Italy, also featured Alfredo Bruni (Invitalia), Giuseppe Scellato of the Politecnico di Torino, and Maria Teresa Paracampo of the Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro. The morning session also included contributions from Stefano Siviero, Head of the Payments and Market Infrastructures Department of the Bank of Italy; Costanza Iacomini (FinTech Division – Retail Payment Instruments and Services Directorate); Paola Giucca, Head of the Retail Payment Instruments and Services Directorate; as well as Marco Cito, Head of the Office for the Attraction of Foreign Investments in Italy, and Laura Larducci, Head of Office IV at the Ministero dell’Economia e delle Finanze. The event provided an important opportunity to discuss the outlook of the Italian fintech market and to interpret the survey findings in order to design initiatives aimed at fostering the growth of fintech companies both domestically and internationally. Among the key insights that emerged was the need to support the creation and development of fintech startups by promoting platforms for dialogue and integration among operators, intermediaries, and regulators. In this context, the Napoli Fintech Lab—an innovation laboratory of DISAQ (Department of Business and Quantitative Studies)—operates within this perspective by advancing open innovation initiatives involving corporations and startups, with the goal of strengthening the fintech ecosystem and culture. The full publication is available at: https://tinyurl.com/4wskkez8

The first Innovation Data Challenge, promoted by the Banca d’Italia – Eurosystem and the Central Bank of Ireland, is set to begin. The initiative is addressed to undergraduate, master’s, specialized master’s, and PhD students interested in innovation in the field of payments. The challenge will involve three Italian universities: the Università degli Studi di Napoli Parthenope, through the Napoli Fintech Lab of DISAQ (Department of Business and Quantitative Studies); Università Bocconi; and the Politecnico di Milano. Participants will gain access to both real and synthetic datasets and will present the results of their work to experts from the two Central Banks during an international virtual showcase. The research areas of interest include: – Real-Time & Cross-Border Payments – Open Banking and API Economy – Fraud prevention and security – Sustainable and Ethical Payments – Crypto and Digital Assets 📅 Applications are open until February 15, 2026. The initiative is open to students in economics, finance, data science, engineering, computer science, and related disciplines. Operational details and the timeline will be provided in the official materials made available to students of the University of Naples Parthenope who attend the information session scheduled for January 22 (3:30–4:30 p.m.). To reserve a place and receive connection details, please send an email to: fintech.lab@uniparthenope.it

The activities of the Supply Chain Management course, delivered by Professor Luca Lupi in co-teaching with Professor Rosalba Angrisani, concluded with a visit to the Naples headquarters of the Grimaldi Group, in the presence of Paul Kyprianou, Head of External Relations. The meeting offered students a valuable opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the strategies and development perspectives of the Grimaldi Group, transforming theoretical knowledge into practical experience and deepening their understanding of the dynamics of the logistics and maritime sectors. The meeting offered students a valuable opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the strategies and development perspectives of the Grimaldi Group, transforming theoretical knowledge into practical experience and deepening their understanding of the dynamics of the logistics and maritime sectors.

The Development of Socio-Emotional Skills in Schools – Findings and Reflections from the ENRICH Project is the title of the event scheduled for December 9, starting at 11:00 a.m., in Room 1.1. The event will provide a morning of discussion and in-depth analysis focused on the results, future perspectives, and educational policies related to the ENRICH project, which is dedicated to the assessment and enhancement of Italian students’ socio-emotional skills.

Students enrolled in the Project Management for Innovation course of the Master’s Degree Programme in Marketing and International Management presented their Project Plans, the outcome of an applied learning pathway enriched by a seminar on the development of a supercar delivered by Eng. Luigi Vanore (Project Manager, agency A4PM). The jury, composed of Professor Debora Sarno, course instructor, and Eng. Eugenio Matarese, professional Project Manager, selected the best project, which will represent the University at the Inter-University Project Management Challenge organized by the PMI Southern Italy Chapter, advancing to the national semifinal round. The winning project, Hereconomy, developed by the team of Giorgia Ariola, Alessia Di Mattia, Mariachiara Ferrante, and Silvia Lombardi, proposes a system for monitoring the condition of women in support of evidence-based policymaking. The winning project, Hereconomy, developed by the team of Giorgia Ariola, Alessia Di Mattia, Mariachiara Ferrante, and Silvia Lombardi, proposes a system for monitoring the condition of women in support of evidence-based policymaking. This educational pathway effectively combines academic instruction, innovation, and professional preparation, contributing to the development of high-level competencies in Project Management.