Questions as government pays €40,000 to monitor social networks
A new controversy has ignited opposition parties following a report over the weekend that the government has paid €40,000 for a year’s contract to the services of ‘NewsWhip’, a system
Portugal promotes itself as AI, data centre destination in Silicon Valley
The Portuguese government is stepping up efforts to attract major investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and data centres, promoting the country as a top destination for tech companies and investors.
Digital idiots: university professors call for ban on use of AI in Higher Education
Dozens of professors from higher education institutions across the country have signed a manifesto against the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI), warning of the transformation of students into “digital
AI uptake in Portugal still slow compared to EU average
Portugal’s companies continue to be slow on the uptake of artificial intelligence when it comes to the EU member-state average, even though it has grown since 2021. Overall, the number
“It would be mistake to not use AI in schools” – education minister
Portugal’s Minister for Education, Science and Innovation has declared it would be a mistake for schools to not use artificial intelligence. He also confirmed that the government’s plan to give
Black Friday online scams supercharged by Artificial Intelligence
Google’s latest report, released on November 6, 2025, paints a stark picture of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is supercharging online scams, turning festive cheer into potential financial ruin for millions.
Portugal can become “world leader in AI” – minister
Portugal has the potential to become a “world leader in AI” and a “global centre for innovation,” Deputy Minister for State Reform Gonçalo Matias said on Monday at the opening
Portugal’s top prosecutor backs use of AI in fight against crime
Artificial intelligence (AI) could soon play a bigger role in the fight against crime, according to Portugal’s Attorney General – but only if used responsibly under “strict guidelines.” Speaking in
Generative AI opportunity for Portugal’s public sector
The Portuguese State’s adoption of Generative AI has the potential to increase productivity in its Public Administration, according to a study ordered by Google on the situation in Portugal. “Generative
Portugal Digital Summit 2025: Reinventing business in the age of AI
An AI app dedicated to professional networking was one of many innovations unveiled at this year’s Portugal Digital Summit 2025 – the largest digital economy event of its kind in