Tracking tech for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · TechLearn how 260 Swedish companies injected €4.2 billion, invested €1.1 billion and created 18 000 jobs, driving innovation and regional growth across Portugal’s economy – read the full report.
Tech · PoliticsPortugal’s messaging apps may face voluntary child-safety scans under new EU rules, risking end-to-end encryption. Learn what expats need now.
Tech · EconomyEU antitrust probe into WhatsApp's AI bot ban could slash chatbot options and drive up costs for Portuguese SMEs. Learn the risks and alternative platforms.
Economy · TechPortugal taps the EU’s SAFE facility for €5.8 billion to modernise its Navy, Army and Air Force, create 3,000 tech jobs and grow a home-grown defence industry.
Tech · SportsExplore Portugal’s top Google searches of 2025—from Club World Cup thrills to a ten-hour blackout—plus DIY tips and pop-culture queries. See the full story!
Transportation · TechMeo brings 5G to Lisbon Metro's Yellow Line, letting commuters call and stream without drop-outs underground. Porto Metro will add full coverage by Dec 2025.
Health · TechDelays of up to 768 s on Portugal’s SNS24 hotline triggered a €1.5 m fine for Altice. SPMS adds AI triage, 3,700 clinicians and pay rises to cut waits.
Economy · TechLearn how Portugal’s new crypto law enforces bank-grade checks, mandatory travel rule and tax certainty for investors and exchanges ahead of July 2026.
Health · TechPortugal’s SNS24 hotline handled 5.2M calls in 2025, saw waits peak over 12 mins. New AI triage, extra hiring and callbacks trimmed holds to 2.5 mins.