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Tech · National NewsGNR’s €2.64M SIIOP Upgrade Aims to Speed Response Times, Raise Cyber Fears
Portugal’s GNR allocates €2.64M to maintain SIIOP, promising faster patrols, real-time crime data and 24/7 support, while experts warn of potential cyber-security risks.
Economy · TechEnd of Portugal’s Crypto Wild West: €5M Fines, Rigorous KYC
Portugal’s upcoming MiCA rules impose bank-level KYC, risk checks and tough penalties—up to €5M for firms. Key dates inside and expert compliance tips.
Economy · TechPortugal’s Real Estate Surge: Logistics, Data Centres and Sustainable Housing
Portugal real estate outlook 2026: logistics parks, data centres and sustainable housing attract global investors—see where capital is heading. Explore opportunities now.
Tech · EconomyPortugal to Manufacture Ukrainian Underwater Drones to Protect Atlantic Cables
Discover how Portugal and Ukraine will join forces to build underwater drones, securing Atlantic data cables and boosting local defence manufacturing.
Politics · TechPortugal Partners with Ukraine on Naval Drones, Securing Jobs and Tech
Portugal and Ukraine co-develop naval drones, merging battlefield tech with Portuguese shipyards to create high-skill jobs, boost R&D and reinforce Atlantic security.
Health · TechPortugal’s SNS 24 Fields 307,000 Winter Calls, Slashes Waits to Two Minutes
Amid Portugal’s winter flu season, SNS 24’s 3,700 staff and AI triage handled 307,000 December calls, cutting waits to two minutes—get faster care now.
Tech · EconomyPortuguese SMEs Under AI Cyberattack Siege: Your 5-Step Defense Plan
Nearly half of Portugal's SMEs suffered AI-driven cyberattacks this year. Discover 5 practical defenses, state grants and quick wins to boost cyber-security now.
Economy · TechBanco de Portugal Reopens Funchal Cash Centre, Launches Finance Workshops
Banco de Portugal’s Funchal cash-sorting centre now scans 40,000 notes an hour and offers free workshops that have trained 2,000 Madeirans in money management.