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Madrid leads innovation after sandbox approval

29/01/2025

Source: Madrid Innovation

The Madrid City Council has taken a crucial step towards the future and development of the city by approving a new ordinance regulating the creation of a sandbox, or controlled testing environment, in the capital. This decision, endorsed by the City Council Plenary, reinforces Madrid's commitment to innovation, employment and talent attraction.

A secure regulatory framework for technology projects

The ordinance, promoted by the delegated area of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, establishes a secure regulatory framework that will allow the launch of tests for technological and innovative projects. This development marks a significant milestone in Madrid' s ability to manage, foster and lead technological innovation.

The main objective is to position the city as a national and European benchmark in the creation of environments that favor the development of innovative solutions. The initiative is the result of a close collaboration between the City Council and the agents of the innovation ecosystem.

Citizen and business participation, the next step

To carry out this project, citizens and companies are invited to submit proposals in key areas such as sustainability, security, mobility and digitalization. These ideas will be channeled through the electronic headquarters of the City Council, which will allow identifying needs and opening specific calls for proposals.

Madrid, a benchmark for innovation in Europe

With this measure, Madrid positions itself as a pioneering city in the creation of regulated environments for testing advanced technologies. This approach reinforces its attractiveness as a destination for talent and investment, consolidating its leadership in the field of digital transformation.

The sandbox not only represents an opportunity to experiment with innovative projects, but also contributes to building a more modern, sustainable city that is prepared for the challenges of the future.

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