Economy · TechBeyond Sun and Surf, Algarve Factories Add 5,200 Skilled Jobs
Algarve factories triple profits since 2020, creating roles and green-tech careers. Discover how incentives and exports drive this €442m surge in Portugal.
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Economy · TechInnovation Wave Positions Portugal to Break the 3% Growth Barrier
Portugal’s R&D spending is accelerating, putting the 3% GDP growth target within reach and promising skilled jobs, rising wages and tax breaks. Learn more.
Tech · National NewsPortugal Ends Porting Fees, Guarantees 24-Hour Switch and Payouts
Switch phone carriers in Portugal without fees—24-hour number transfer guaranteed, plus €10 compensation if providers miss the deadline. Change now and save.
Culture · TechSkip Lisbon’s Rush Hour for a 45-Minute VR Journey Through Giza
Step beneath Terreiro do Paço for a 45-min VR journey across ancient Giza. Tickets €17-19 (ages 10+). Book on Fever before 27 Nov to grab early-bird savings.
Economy · TechKlarna Launches Pay-in-3 Debit Card and Perk Subscriptions in Portugal
Klarna launches a Visa debit card in Portugal that lets you split purchases into three interest-free payments plus lounge, insurance and cashback perks—see fees.
TechMeta’s Vibes Lets Portuguese Creators Craft 15-Second AI Videos
Generate 15-second AI videos for Instagram Reels or FB Stories. Meta’s Vibes launches in Portugal with Portuguese support and GDPR-compliant safety—try it now.
Tech · EconomyPorto Drones Join US 911 Calls, Showcasing Portugal's Tech Muscle
Porto’s Beyond Vision is shipping 300 VTOne drones to U.S. 911 teams, slashing response times to under 5 minutes and proving Portugal’s tech can save lives abroad.
Transportation · TechRyanair to Scrap Paper Boarding Passes for Portugal Passengers on 12 November
In Portugal, paper passes vanish on 12 Nov. Use the Ryanair app or face a €55 desk fee; free printouts only after online check-in. Learn the exceptions.
Transportation · TechPack a Phone or Pay €55: Ryanair Ditches Paper Passes in Portugal
From 12 Nov, Ryanair will accept only app boarding passes on Portugal flights from Lisbon, Porto and Faro. Learn free work-arounds and dodge the €55 desk fee.