Federico Faggin at Aresline:

the “Science of Consciousness” Conference at the New Headquarters

 

On the evening of Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Aresline had the honor of hosting Federico Faggin, one of the most influential Italian scientists and innovators in the field of electronics and computer science.

 

On the occasion of his visit to the company’s new headquarters in Thiene, Aresline organized the conference “Science of Consciousness,” a topic that has guided Faggin’s research for many years.

 

For Aresline, the event represented a moment of great cultural value, confirming the company’s strong commitment to scientific research and to recognizing individuals from the local area who have made a significant contribution to the history of technological innovation.

 

During the conference, Federico Faggin shared some of the reflections that have shaped his research over the past decades, offering the audience insights into the relationship between mind, matter, and technology.

At the core of his talk was a perspective that opens new horizons: consciousness is not simply a product of the brain, but a fundamental property of the universe that precedes matter. From this standpoint, machines - no matter how advanced - can never be conscious, as they process symbols without understanding their meaning, whereas human beings experience reality in a direct, qualitative, and subjective way.

 

Hosting Federico Faggin at its new headquarters represents a particularly meaningful moment for Aresline: an opportunity to foster dialogue between research and culture, reinforcing the company’s commitment to promoting reflection on the future of technology and knowledge.