Tech · EconomyPortugal's €8B AI Hub: Why Sines Won and Pego Lost
Portugal consolidates €8B AI gigafactory in Sines, abandoning Pego. 270 jobs coming to Alentejo by 2028. What it means for residents and regional growth.
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Economy · TechPortuguese fintech startup MB | Mercado Bitcoin launches Aforro Digital with returns up to 22%
MB | Mercado Bitcoin, the Portugal-based digital-asset startup, launches Aforro Digital: a tokenised fixed-income product from 50 euros with returns up to 22%. Independent coverage, no compensation received.
Tech · TransportationTesla's Self-Driving Tech Still Unavailable in Portugal Despite EU Expansion
Tesla's Full Self-Driving tech reaches Netherlands and Lithuania, but Portugal awaits approval. What Portuguese Tesla owners need to know about timing.
Tech · Digital LifestyleGoogle's Major AI Search Update and Smart Glasses Coming to Portugal This Summer
Google's biggest search overhaul in 25 years arrives in Portugal this summer. AI-powered answers, smart glasses, and what it means for web traffic and privacy.
Tech · National NewsFake Tax Refund Scams Are Surging in Portugal: How to Protect Your Bank Account
Portuguese tax authority warns of AI-powered phishing scams targeting residents. Learn how to spot fake refund messages and protect your financial data.
Politics · TechPortuguese Journalists Win Global Fight for AI Protections and Media Funding
Portugal's journalists win international backing for AI safeguards, fair compensation, and press funding at IFJ Paris congress. What this means for RTP, Lusa, and media workers.
Tech · EconomyPortugal's Advanced Manufacturing Shift: €3.58B Investment in Semiconductors and Space
Portugal attracts €3.58B FDI in semiconductor and space manufacturing. Explore how advanced industries are reshaping regional economies, creating high-skill jobs, and positioning the country in global tech value chains.
Tech · National NewsPortugal's Social Security Portal Now Requires Two-Factor Authentication: What Expats and Residents Must Know
Mandatory two-factor authentication now required for Portugal Social Security portal access. Update contact details and avoid phishing scams affecting residents and expats.
Tech · EconomyPortugal's Banks and Telecom Giants Get AI Cybersecurity Tools—Here's What Changes in 2026
OpenAI grants Portuguese banks and telecoms advanced AI cybersecurity tools. Key firms like BBVA, Telefónica gain access—learn compliance rules and security impacts.