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Journalist and Founder Elham Mohammadi recently shared an insightful reflection on a question that many in our ecosystem have asked at some point: Why doesn’t Portugal have a flagship startup media publication? As someone curating the Startup Digest Portugal , I’ve witnessed…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
Olá and Welcome back When Ronaldo leaps into the air and lands with his iconic "Sim!" celebration, the crowd roars with him — a sound that echoes throughout the stadium. "Sim!" has become a symbol of energy, victory, and passion. Next week, that same spirit will fill Porto at…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
Olá and Welcome back This Friday marks the anniversary of the ‘carnation’ revolution. For those of you less familiar with Portuguese history, 25 April 1974 took place as the revolution that ended Portugal’s dictatorship. Named the ‘Carnation Revolution’ from the fact that almost…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
Olá and Welcome back to your Startup Digest Portugal!! Last week the Founder Institute Portugal brought the community together in the heart of Lisbon for an evening of networking, learning, and meaningful exchange. The energy inside Fintech House was vibrant and full of momentum…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
Recently, I read an article in The Guardian titled "European universities offer ‘scientific asylum’ to US researchers fleeing Trump’s cuts." This headline speaks volumes—not just about the growing instability in the United States but also about the attractiveness of European…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
The last Above & Beyond focused on the role of media in a startup's success. It was widely agreed that media can play a crucial role in the growth of startups and other ecosystem players by increasing visibility, building credibility, and attracting investors. Media exposure…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
A newsletter covering all things startup in Portugal The quote I've selected for this week's edition perfectly captures the spirit of the startup world. In a landscape where uncertainty is the only constant, failure is not just a possibility; it’s an inevitable part of the…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
A newsletter covering all things startup in Portugal When I think of innovation hubs in Europe, the spotlight often lands on flashy startups and tech giants. Yet, according to the study, "Spin-offs: The Hidden Drivers of Innovation in EU-27", academic and corporate spin-offs are…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
A newsletter covering all things startup in Portugal Last Saturday, the world celebrated International Women’s Day , honoring women who have shaped history and continue to drive change for a greener, more just future. While March 8 has passed, the mission of uplifting and…
Carlos Resende
Adamastor Weekly
Olá and Welcome back to your Startup Digest Portugal!! When it comes to Carnaval , Brazil is king but we also have a fun Carnaval - is not completely unique - with music and plenty of food. It is a time when you really can get to know the locals, take in the culture, and have…
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.