3 Feb 2026

Set.Up In(dustry) promotes bootcamp dedicated to the challenges of financing in entrepreneurship

Set.Up Guimarães held another session of the Set.Up In(dustry) acceleration programme, this time focused on business financing. The initiative brought together entrepreneurs, experts and investors to discuss financing strategies and strengthen financial literacy in the context of sustainable business growth. The bootcamp featured Joel, founder of Famel, who shared his experience in developing a startup and raising investment. Helena, from EDIT VALUE, provided an insightful overview of public funding programmes, highlighting their potential as a

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2 Feb 2026

Set.Up Guimarães organizes Industry Bootcamps, focused on promoting collaborative innovation in the region

Within the scope of Set.Up IN(dustry), an initiative promoted by the Municipality of Guimarães in partnership with TecMinho, companies are invited to participate in Industry Bootcamps focused on promoting collaborative innovation in the region. The initiative includes two sessions: “Collaborative Industrial Innovation”, led by Nuno Vasco Lopes “Open Innovation”, led by Filipe Soutinho These bootcamps aim to equip organizations to collaborate with entrepreneurs and startups in implementing innovative business solutions, strengthening the connection between industry,

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2 Feb 2026

ViaScan: smart road inspection using smartphones and AI

This is an innovative road inspection solution that uses smartphones and artificial intelligence to automatically identify pavement defects such as potholes, cracks, or surface irregularities. By collecting images and real-time data, the system analyzes road conditions and generates an objective quality score. This information supports public and private entities in prioritizing interventions, planning maintenance, and optimizing resources, making road network management more efficient, cost-effective, and data-driven. The startup is part of the Set.Up In(dustry) acceleration

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30 Jan 2026

AI-powered virtual assistants to automate customer support and make communication smarter

  Enterprise Bot is a startup participating in our acceleration program, focused on developing automated Virtual Assistants based on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Its solutions — Chatbots, EmailBots, and VoiceBots — are designed to streamline customer support and enhance internal knowledge management and communication. By automating interactions and information flows, Enterprise Bot helps organizations improve operational efficiency, deliver better user experiences, and ensure structured and consistent access to internal knowledge. Enterprise Bot is a

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29 Jan 2026

Vita4All: technology in the service of life

A new digital platform aims to transform the response to medical emergencies by mobilising, in real time, a network of certified first responders. The solution will ensure the provision of immediate first aid on site, reducing the critical response time until official emergency services arrive. Through geolocation technology and a rapid activation system, the platform connects citizens in emergency situations with qualified professionals located nearby. This model strengthens community response capacity and contributes to better

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28 Jan 2026

ANI hosts an advanced Pitch Training session

On February 12, at 10:00 a.m., the training session “Advanced Pitch Training: master your pitch and strengthen your EIC application” will take place. It is aimed at deep tech SMEs and startups seeking to improve their investor pitch and strengthen applications to European funding programmes. Organised by ANI, the session will be led by Sheila Schenkel from best3minutes, an expert in advanced communication techniques, with a specific focus on startups preparing applications to the EIC

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27 Jan 2026

The gov.pt app now offers a Digital Business Wallet with new features and documents.

Business owners now have access to new digital features for managing and sharing company documents on the gov.pt mobile application. In its first phase, the Digital Business Wallet provides essential documents for business activity, with official validity, originating from Public Administration sources: Company Electronic Card Social Security Contribution Status Document Tax Status Document from the Tax Authority Central Register of Beneficial Owners (RCBE) These documents allow the company to be identified and its legal, tax

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27 Jan 2026

Set.Up Guimarães renews certification under the Startup Visa programme

  Set.Up Guimarães has renewed its certification under the StartUP Visa programme, joining the newly released national list of certified incubators. The submission period for new certifications and renewals took place during December, resulting in the certification of 94 incubators. The renewal of Set.Up Guimarães’ certification reinforces its role as a host and support entity for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to develop entrepreneurship and innovation projects in Portugal. The full list of certified incubators and additional

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26 Jan 2026

BioMetasole: turning waste into sustainable shoe soles, nature-inspired, with superior grip, versatility, and multifunctional design

At the heart of sustainable innovation, a Portuguese startup emerges with a clear mission: to reinvent shoe sole materials by upcycling waste. The company combines materials science, nature-inspired design, and cutting-edge technology to create footwear solutions that not only respect the environment but also deliver superior performance. The starting point is simple yet powerful: waste that would normally be discarded becomes the foundation for new soles. By analyzing natural structures, the startup develops materials with

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23 Jan 2026

The PT20230 Plan has been released | It foresees 220 calls for proposals with approximately €3.9 billion in funding.

    The  PT20230 Notice Plan has been released , aiming to provide predictability for companies and entities in planning investments and applying for European funds. It foresees 220 calls for proposals with approximately €3.9 billion in funding for innovation, sustainability, digitalization, and other areas, with a greater focus on the  Compete 2030  (€1.3 billion), People 2030 (€1.1 billion), and Sustainable 2030 (€920 million) programs, covering projects in SMEs, R&D, energy efficiency, and sustainable mobility. Focus areas by program:

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