Why did Guglielmo Marconi move to London in 1896?

Guglielmo Marconi moved to London in 1896 because he received little encouragement to continue his experiments with wireless telegraphy in Italy. Despite his success in increasing the signaling range of his apparatus, there was a notable lack of interest in Italy regarding the practical application and exploitation of his communication system.1

By relocating to London, Marconi was able to secure assistance from Sir William Preece, the chief engineer of the British Post Office, and file his first patent in England in June 1896. This move proved pivotal, as it allowed him to conduct successful demonstrations and eventually form the Wireless Telegraph and Signal Company, Ltd., which was essential for the further development and commercialization of his work.12