Latest news and stories about artificial intelligence in Portugal for expats and residents.
The integration of AI chatbots in classrooms presents significant uncertainties and a lack of national data, yet the trend appears unstoppable, prompting a critical look at the future of education.
An overview of how Portugal is positioning itself within the European landscape for artificial intelligence development, focusing on hardware, human capital, and strategic goals.
An overview of how Portugal is positioning itself within the European landscape for artificial intelligence development, focusing on hardware, human capital, and strategic goals.
The Lisbon Institute of Accounting and Administration (ISCAL) aims to be a higher education institution with more “open doors” to the market and prepared for the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on accounting-related professions. President Pedro Pinheiro, recently reappointed after being the sole candidate for a second and final term, considers...
The tech week reveals a dispute greater than the race for new products. At stake is the architecture of digital life, who builds it, who profits from it, and who bears its costs. Opinion by Fernando Moreira
An analysis of how artificial intelligence is impacting academic writing and university education.
CGI has opened a new hub focused on AI development and innovation within the Portuguese market.
With nearly 800,000 followers and over 100 million views on Instagram, 'Dona Maria'—an elderly Black woman known for radical right-wing political opinions—has become a significant influencer in Brazil. However, the character is a creation of artificial intelligence. The Workers' Party (PT) and its allies have filed a complaint with the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) seeking to shut down her social media profiles, arguing that the AI-generated avatar is being used as a political tool to spread misinformation and influence the upcoming election. While the creator, Daniel dos Santos, views the project as a way to generate income, the case has sparked a broader debate about censorship, political criticism, and the challenges of regulating AI in future electoral cycles.
Incentea closed 2025 with 24 million euros in consolidated revenue and 5.4% growth. Carlos Vaz, the company's Marketing Director and AI specialist, explains that the firm is shifting from an SME to a small mid-cap, aiming to double its business by 2027 by focusing on AI-driven management solutions. Despite facing severe physical damage to its Leiria headquarters during recent storms, the company maintained operations through its cloud-based, decentralized infrastructure, highlighting the resilience of its digital-first model.
CGI expands its operations in Portugal by opening a new facility dedicated to artificial intelligence development.
How far should the partnership with robots/AI go beyond reasonable or indispensable use so that 'unlikely' but necessary things can be achieved? Who will decide? Opinion by A. Betâmio de Almeida
The Secretary of State for Higher Education argued this Thursday that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not replace teachers, but rather reinforce their role as “pedagogical mentors.” In a debate on the future of universities at the Nova School of Business and Economics (Nova SBE), Cláudia Sarrico warned that the ongoing technological transformation “is a ...
Ana Rita Bessa guarantees that she does not agree with the publication of books created by AI. The CEO of the publisher Leya says that it is necessary to protect authors and not let the national market die.
Nuno Mateus-Coelho, an artificial intelligence expert, argues that AI 'has incalculable potential', but 'is like a hoe: it can be used to till a large field or to divert the course of a river and leave a stream without water'.
In recent months, the Portuguese public debate on artificial intelligence has been captured by a single figure: the billions of euros at stake in Sines' bid for an AI Gigafactory. It is a legitimate and important conversation. But there is another story, less glamorous and more revealing, that almost no one is telling. Europe is in...
What if firing because of AI is a strategic mistake? Some companies are already realising it, too late. Column by Filipa Faria
The excessive use of AI tools is already causing cognitive fatigue and loss of productivity, requiring clear governance on when and how the technology should be used. Opinion by Suzane Veloso
When asked about how Europe can integrate AI into its systems while following safety and ethical rules, Micael Johansson believes that it is necessary to reflect on the subject.
A study indicates that 70% of the adult population in Portugal is currently using generative artificial intelligence tools.
Study reports a 71% increase in its usage over the last two years.
A study indicates that 70% of the adult population in Portugal is currently using generative artificial intelligence tools.
The Portuguese technology company InnoWave announced this Tuesday, the 28th, that it is investing 3.8 million euros in artificial intelligence (AI), with 1.6 million allocated this year, aiming to accelerate software delivery and boost competitiveness. The company plans to invest a further 1.6 million throughout the current year as part of a strategy to enhance product launch speeds for its clients. Between 2024 and 2025, the firm invested 2.2 million euros in this area, reflecting its commitment to R&D. CEO Tiago Gonçalves stated that AI is now central to their operations, team organization, and value creation, with the company also revising its revenue forecasts to over 30 million following a successful year.
Portugal Fintech has released a new guide aimed at speeding up the integration of AI technologies within financial services.
The Portuguese technology company InnoWave announced this Tuesday that it is investing 3.8 million euros in artificial intelligence (AI), of which 1.6 million is this year, with the goal of accelerating software delivery and strengthening competitiveness. The Portuguese tech firm increased its investment in AI in the areas of software development between 2024 and 2025.
The development of educational programmes and professional training in Artificial Intelligence is seeing increased growth and investment across Portugal.
