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Opinion
In recent weeks, immigration has dominated the political and social debate in Portugal. Regardless of individual opinions, whether one believes there is or isn't a problem, whether immigration should be more restricted or not, whether it is a valuable asset or a structural…
Fernando Fraga
Adamastor Weekly
Week 28
Hello everyone and welcome back to Adamastor , Hope you all had a great summer, whether you unplugged completely, traveled, or just caught up on some long-overdue sleep. Now it’s time to get back to building, connecting, and making things happen. At Adamastor we’re excited to…
Carlos Resende
Opinion
Talking about public programs for entrepreneurs often leads to one of two extremes: either we pretend they’re magical tools that turn ideas into unicorns, or we dismiss them as useless bureaucracy. Neither is true. Somewhere between ambitious goals and practical limitations , a…
Fernando Fraga
Adamastor Weekly
With the upcoming Summer break, it’s that time of the year when we have more time to read, it’s the perfect time to dive into a new book and begin learning a new skill or maybe just find some extra inspiration. Reading is a superpower for founders, and here at Adamastor , we…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
As I write this, two friends — Malik Piara and Nuno Vilaça — are meeting in Dubai. A casual encounter between two Portuguese professionals working in innovation. That moment, together with the work being done by Hub Outono , sparked a simple thought: the Portuguese diaspora is…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
As summer unfolds, the learning journey never takes a break. For founders, reading remains a transformative superpower. At Adamastor, I understand the vital role continuous learning plays in growth. That's why, as we dive into this season, I'm thrilled to bring you our curated…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
As temperatures rise across Europe, startups are feeling the heat, not just physically, but financially. The effects go far beyond discomfort: a global study of 17,000 companies found that days above 30 °C lead to an average 8.4% drop in daily revenue and a 26% hit to operating…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
What makes someone a true entrepreneur? Is it resilience, creativity, risk tolerance or a bit of everything, deeply wired into who they are? This week, I want to explore the idea of "Entrepreneurial DNA" not as a buzzword, but as a serious question every founder should ask…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
It’s June the month of the Popular Saints, when Portugal bursts into celebration for Santo António, São Pedro, and, above all, São João. These are not just festivals; they are full-sensory experiences. If you’re in Porto, no description can truly capture the magic, you simply…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
With the elections behind us and a new government in place, came the inevitable reveal of its composition. Like many in the ecosystem, I paid close attention to the ministries that influence entrepreneurship, business development, and digital transformation. I wasn’t expecting…
Carlos Resende
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A weekly read on Portugal’s startup scene — the raises, the launches, the hires — plus opinion from named voices in the ecosystem. Curated by Carlos Resende since 2017.