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The Portugal News3 Jul

How Online Casinos Have Become So Popular in Portugal

Sports betting and casinos have always been popular. People have always enjoyed playing the games and the excitement that casinos offer. But in recent years, there has been a huge surge in popularity, especially in Portugal. Online casinos have become big business, and Portuguese gamers can’t seem to get enough.

The Portugal News2 Jul

The Portugal News awarded PME Leader status

On 24 June, at the Lagoa Convention Centre, our company was distinguished with the PME Leader award for its contribution as a local business to the economy of the Municipality of Lagoa. 

The Portugal News1 Jul

Portugal Golden Visa funds investment are nearly 3 times higher than redemptions

Even though there have been changes to the Nationality Law in Portugal, subscriptions to the Golden Visa are nearly  three times higher than redemptions that suggests appetite is still strong for the Portugal Golden Visa. 

The Portugal News1 Jul

Portugal set to capitalise as entrepreneurs look for European mobility

For entrepreneurs, access has become one of the most valuable assets in business — access to customers, capital, talent and markets. 

The Portugal News1 Jul

Algarve city satisfied with noise control measures

The mayor of Albufeira gave a positive assessment of the noise control measures implemented a month ago in the municipality, but businesses fear negative impacts.

The Portugal News1 Jul

Heatwave can lead to blackouts in Portugal

Portugal’s ongoing heatwave is expected to increase demand for electricity as households and businesses rely more heavily on air conditioning and cooling systems, raising the possibility of localised power outages if the network comes under strain.

The Portugal News30 Jun

Portugal emerges among EU’s most appealing industrial investment destinations

Portugal and Spain are emerging as two of Europe’s most attractive destinations for industrial investment, supported by competitive electricity prices and higher productive investment than in many of the continent’s largest economies, according to a new report from the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI).

The Portugal News30 Jun

New Lufthansa Technik Factory in Portugal

With an investment of over 300 million euros, the new Lufthansa Technik factory in Santa Maria da Feira is scheduled to begin operations in 2028. 

The Portugal News29 Jun

What do you need to know about the digital Euro?

The digital euro would offer consumers a new payment option without replacing cash.

The Portugal News29 Jun

Portugal has opened a new door to the Blue Economy

On 25 October 2025, I wrote for the first time about Mariculture Systems and the vision that Peter Beringer had to develop offshore aquaculture in Portugal. 

The Portugal News28 Jun

Portugal city to have new pedestrian bridge

The municipalities of Porto and Gaia announced a new pedestrian and cycle bridge between the two cities, expected to cost around 25 million euros and be completed by the end of 2029.

The Portugal News28 Jun

Portugal also needs those who invest in ideas

When talking about investment in Portugal, the conversation almost always focuses on large international funds, data centers, industry or multinationals that choose our country to grow. 

The Portugal News28 Jun

Portugal municipality rehabilitating homes after Storm Kristin

The Vila de Rei City Council, in the Castelo Branco district, has validated €303,000 in funding applications to repair homes affected by the Kristin depression.

The Portugal News26 Jun

Amendments to the Portugal Nationality Law double redemptions in "Golden Visa" funds

The market for investment funds eligible for Residence Permits for Investment (ARI), commonly known as "Golden Visas," is facing an unprecedented wave of disinvestment. 

The Portugal News26 Jun

MoneySimpler Launches Free AI Trading Bot as Crypto Market Volatility Creates New Trading Opportunities

The cryptocurrency market has become increasingly volatile in recent months. Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP have experienced sharp price swings as global macroeconomic conditions, liquidity and investor sentiment continue to shift. While volatility creates new opportunities, it also makes navigating the market more challeng

The Portugal News24 Jun

Portugal plans million-euro fines for breaches of board gender rules

Companies listed on the stock exchange risk fines of up to 2.5 million euros for breaching board gender-balance rules.

The Portugal News24 Jun

SHR Miner has launched a free cloud mining service for holders of BTC, XRP, and ETH, offering daily earnings of $17,700 or more

As cryptocurrency gains increasing global popularity, more and more investors are looking for ways to generate steady passive income without the need for expensive equipment or specialized skills.SHRMiner’s new free mining service enables holders of BTC, XRP, and ETH to easily earn passive income without requiring cost

The Portugal News23 Jun

Portugal Foundation supports 28 immigrant integration projects

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation has announced €2.5 million in funding for 28 civil society projects aimed at integrating immigrants in Portugal, primarily in Greater Lisbon and the West.

The Portugal News23 Jun

Brussels approves future digital euro in the European Union

Members of the European Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs approved on 23 June the regulation governing the future digital euro, the European Union's (EU) electronic currency as an alternative to Visa and Mastercard, calling it a "historic day."

The Portugal News23 Jun

Portugal ranking in Global Competitiveness ranking

Portugal has fallen three places in the latest global competitiveness rankings published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), dropping to 40th position among 70 economies assessed worldwide. 

The Portugal News23 Jun

easyJet rejects third acquisition offer by Castlelake

The British low-cost airline easyJet has once again rejected an acquisition offer by the American investment firm Castlelake. 

The Portugal News23 Jun

Artificial intelligence will transform global financial markets by 2026, and DefiHash is attracting investor attention

As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to penetrate the financial sector, the stock, futures, and cryptocurrency markets are ushering in new development opportunities. More and more investors are focusing on AI-driven data analytics, hoping to leverage intelligent tools to more effectively understand mark

The Portugal News23 Jun

Mercosur

In April 2026, the first left-wing president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, declared that his country would apply for full Membership of the Mercosur trade community. 

The Portugal News22 Jun

What does an Andy Burnham premiership mean for British expats living in Portugal?

For the thousands of Britons who have swapped drizzle for sunshine and the M25 for the A22, British politics remains a pretty curious business.