Startup Portugal

🚀 Get ready for UPTEC NON STOP, on October 23rd and 24th! UPTEC is opening its doors for a unique experience where startups, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts collide. Whether you want to polish your pitch game, discover the hottest innovations, or learn what top investors are hunting for, this event is packed with chances to engage, learn, and network. Don't miss out! 🌟💼✨ https://lnkd.in/gp-AqpbD

🤔 When was the last time you truly embraced failure? Did it teach you something valuable? ⭐ Sharing and celebrating failures is a crucial part of growing as an entrepreneur, innovator, and human being – and Fuckup Nights is the perfect space for that! In just 7 minutes, you'll have the unique opportunity to share your most epic fails or those moments that still make you cringe. 💡 Come, laugh, learn from others' misfortunes, and discover the spark of inspiration that will help your dreams take flight! 🗓️ On October 21st, from 6 PM to 9 PM, at SITIO.pt in Guimarães, right next to Universidade do Minho. 👉 Secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dR7xDikk

🚀 Coworking Thursdays are back next week with our #OneStopShop – don't miss out! 🗓️ Save the date: October 24th is fast approaching, along with an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, creative workspace at Critical Software in Entrecampos, Lisbon. 🌟 Representing One Stop Shop, our very own Francisca Sampaio will be present, ready to answer your questions, help you connect with the ecosystem, exchange ideas, and elevate your professional journey. ⏰ Set a reminder – ticket registrations open October 21st at 1 PM, and spots are limited. Secure your place here: https://lnkd.in/dVfcG6qb

👋 Meet Renato Azevedo, our Funding and Certification Analyst! Since joining back in May 2023, he’s been a driving force behind the scenes. When we asked him to describe #StartupPortugal in one word, he replied without skipping a beat: 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲! 🌐 Renato is all about making a difference in our startup ecosystem. For that reason, he thrives on helping founders tackle challenges and come up with creative solutions that lead to real results. 🍸 Here are some fun facts: Renato has lived in 5 countries - we're still trying to figure out where he hasn’t been -, loves to snowboard, and has a soft spot for passion fruit sangria! Sounds like someone you would want on your next adventure, right? 🤔 Who would you like to meet in our next #MeetTheTeam?

🚀 Lisboa is positioning itself as a premier hub for innovation, with startups driving technological advancement and entrepreneurial growth. WIRED has explored this vibrant ecosystem to uncover the ten hottest startups in the city during this year! 👇 Curious to see which projects made the cut? Click the link to access the full article and discover the leaders shaping Lisboa’s dynamic startup landscape: https://lnkd.in/gVRSwzRB

💊 The Portuguese ecosystem is thriving, and good news keep coming. Storming Universe Lda, a spin-off from Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto, has secured a $750,000 investment to develop a drone system for the urgent distribution of medications and blood transportation in hard-to-reach areas, particularly in developing countries. 💡 This innovative technology, created by Nepalese researcher Anuj Regmi, who also serves as CEO of #StormingUniverse, aims to tackle a significant barrier to democratizing access to medical care globally. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dQCn8QGT

⭐ It’s Friday! And it’s time to dive into our latest #IncubXDiscoveries article! This week, we’re spotlighting Startup Madeira!  🏝️ This dynamic incubator is on a mission to spark entrepreneurship and drive innovation in the region. Located near the University of Madeira, Startup Madeira has been empowering projects since 1997.  💡 “The fact that we are located in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, that we have a broad vision of the ecosystem, that we have developed strong links with national and international partners and networks, and that we are an experienced and stable team are our main differentiating elements,” highlighted Carlos Soares Lopes, CEO, when asked what sets them apart from the rest. 👉 Click the link to read the full article and learn more about this project: https://lnkd.in/ducAHS5j

🇵🇹 Great news for the Portuguese startup scene! Corium Biotech, a groundbreaking company developing luxury lab-grown exotic leather, has secured €500,000 in a pre-seed round. ⭐ “This funding will be instrumental in accelerating our R&D efforts and bringing our sustainable lab-grown exotic leather to market. We’re excited to push the boundaries of biotech and redefine the future of luxury materials,” shared Margot Muller, Co-Founder. 👉 Read all about it here: https://lnkd.in/d4tNMVjF

🤩 The 2024 Ignition, a Vodafone Power Lab initiative designed to fast-track innovative solutions in health, environmental sustainability, future-focused technology, and customer experience, was a resounding success. 🏆 The spotlight shone on Facenote, a cutting-edge platform that lets users securely verify their identity with contactless technology! DoGood and ROOTKey also made their mark, taking second and third place! 🚀 The three startups will have the unique opportunity to showcase their projects at GITEX Europe in Berlin and will also continue to receive support from #VodafonePowerLab during their implementation phase. 🗞️ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gwMi-Eti

🌟 Looking to Register your Company in Portugal? 🌟 Are you kicking off a new startup? Did you know you can not only register your company in-person, but you can also do it online? Do you want to know the different types of companies you can register? Wondering what is the necessary documentation? Say no more! Head on over to our #OneStopShop, where we can help answer your questions and give you the directions you need to find your way amidst all the paperwork. It's really no big deal! 💡 Let's talk! Our One Stop Shop can help you start on your way to success! https://lnkd.in/d3D_5RmE