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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23 Jan 2026

Guimarães hosts the FNAJ Entrepreneurship and Employment Roadshow

Infobus Desafios Jovens visits the city to empower young people in entering the labour market Guimarães will host, on Friday, 30 January, the Infobus Desafios Jovens of the National Federation of Youth Associations (FNAJ), in an initiative taking place near the City Hall and involving more than 100 young people from different secondary schools in the municipality. This travelling and dynamic awareness-raising initiative reaches young people directly, promoting their inclusion in the labour market in

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23 Jan 2026

Web Summit Vancouver – Business Abroad Programme (Startup Portugal)

Web Summit Vancouver is a global technology conference organised by the same team behind Web Summit Lisbon, focused on bringing together leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators in a large-scale international event. It takes place at the Vancouver Convention Centre in Canada and attracts thousands of participants, startups, and international investors, offering discussion panels, networking sessions, and cutting-edge technology showcases. This event provides a platform for startups and companies to position themselves within the global technology

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22 Jan 2026

Flinotech Sphere: How LoRaWan IoT Is Revolutionizing Air Quality Monitoring

  Flinotech Sphere is developing an IoT platform for the integration of LoRaWan sensors. This type of sensor offers many advantages, being a wireless technology with rapid deployment and very long range (up to 15 km). The platform’s first module focuses on Air Quality measurement, enabling real-time monitoring of urban and industrial environments. This solution provides accurate and reliable data, essential for strategic decisions in health, sustainability, and industrial management. With this technology, it becomes

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21 Jan 2026

Session R&D Incentives: Funding the Future

The Municipality of Guimarães, through Guimarães Marca and Set.Up Guimarães, in partnership with TecMinho and BDO, is pleased to invite your company to an exclusive session on “R&D Incentives: Financing the Future.” The session will take place on February 10th at 08:30 in the Conference Room of the Arts Platform, Guimarães, and aims to support local companies in reflecting on topics such as: How to reduce corporate income tax through R&D activities; How R&D can

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