21. Belgium
Ranking according to World Digital Competitiveness Report: 23
Ranking based on the most innovative countries in the world: 26
Total number of patents granted in 2024: 8,177
Some of the major tech advancements made by Belgium include smart grid technology and energy efficiency.
20. Norway
Ranking according to World Digital Competitiveness Report: 12
Ranking based on the most innovative countries in the world: 22
Total number of patents granted in 2024: 4,024
Norway’s vast wealth comes from its oil reserves, which it has invested to ensure that the country is among the leading technologically advanced nations of the world.