What is Sandbox Madrid? Ángel Niño tells us all about it

Published on May 20, 2026
Ángel Niño, Madrid City Council’s Councilor for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Have you heard of Sandbox Madrid but aren't quite sure what it is?

Ángel Niño, Madrid City Council’s Councilor for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, gives us a firsthand account of the goal of this initiative and the impact it will have on the city’s innovation ecosystem.

Sandbox Madrid was created as a space for experimentation and innovation designed to allow startups, companies, technology projects, and government agencies to test real-world solutions in a controlled urban environment. It is a place where ideas move beyond the drawing board to become projects capable of making a real impact.

During the interview, Ángel Niño emphasized the importance of creating environments that foster innovation and allow entrepreneurs and companies to validate their ideas before bringing them to market. He also spoke about Madrid’s role as a city open to talent, technology, and new ways of shaping the future.