Marco Bianchi 
Bison Bank, a Portuguese bank specializing in investment banking, custodial services, corporate advisory and cryptocurrency services, launched the first Portuguese stablecoin with two versions indexed to the euro and US dollar. The stablecoin was designed to enable fast, secure and transparent international payments and transfers in compliance with the EU’s MiCA regulation.
Milan-based Cosmico, a future of work holding company, raised €12 million in Series B funding led by P101 SGR. The company operates across Italy and Spain with a network of 35,000+ digital professionals. Alongside the funding, Cosmico completed the full acquisition of Flatmates, a creator agency. The funding will support the company’s expansion strategy and planned acquisitions.
Sérvulo & Associados advised TAP on the sale of its 49.9% stake in SPdH (Portuguese Handling Services) to Menzies Aviation Portugal. The transaction was contracted on April 28, 2026, subject to fulfillment of applicable conditions. This divestment allows TAP to focus on its core aviation business in compliance with the European Commission’s approval of TAP Group’s restructuring plan.
Factorial, an AI-powered enterprise operations platform, has acquired YepCode, a developer-focused integrations and automation platform, to enhance its ability to deliver intelligent AI-based integrations in complex enterprise software environments. The acquisition also marks the opening of Factorial’s new engineering office.
TikTok introduced new microdrama-based advertising formats (Mini Series and Mini Games) to international advertisers during TikTok World 2026. These episodic content formats allow brands to build reach and generate revenue. The company also launched AI-powered advertising tools and expanded its TikTok Shop e-commerce platform. The microdrama format, which originated in China, is designed for mobile viewing with short attention spans and is beginning to gain traction in Western markets.
Sabseg and Sabcrédito announced a strategic partnership to offer integrated financial services combining insurance brokerage and credit intermediation. The partnership aims to reduce complexity and bureaucracy for customers making major financial decisions by providing coordinated advice on insurance coverage and credit solutions for housing, automotive, and personal loans.
Engie presented hybridization projects combining wind and solar energy with existing hydroelectric facilities in northeastern Portugal. The project involves a 157.5 MW wind park at Picote and three solar projects totaling 354 MWp capacity at Bemposta, Baixo Sabor, and Foz Tua facilities. Portugal’s Environment and Energy Minister emphasized the importance of community involvement and transparency in renewable energy development.
The 6th edition of IoMobility awards ceremony recognized 15+ European startups and companies innovating in mobility sector. Major winners include: Powandgo (electric vehicle charging sharing network from Brescia), ParkSmart (smart parking from Catania), Btinkeeng (public transport solutions from Trentino), Flowy (public transport ticketing from Florence), Latitudo 40 (geospatial intelligence from Naples), Ses4mo (vulnerable road users protection from Turin), among others. Awards covered categories including energy for mobility, innovative parking, public transport, MaaS, AI/data analytics, autonomous vehicles, smart roads, sustainability, and fleet management.
Syngenta participated in the 2026 Food & Science Festival in Mantua, celebrating ten years of participation. The company organized a conference discussing how agriculture must adapt to climate change, supply chain tensions, and regulatory pressures. Syngenta emphasized the strategic importance of biologicals, artificial intelligence in R&D, and integrated crop defense as key drivers for future agricultural competitiveness and sustainability.
EY released a report titled ‘Understanding older generations’ adoption of AI’ revealing that less than one-third (24%) of people aged 60-85 are familiar with AI. The study found high skepticism among seniors, with 8 in 10 respondents acknowledging that AI-generated results are not always accurate. In Portugal specifically, only 38.7% of the population aged 16-74 used AI tools in 2025, with adoption being asymmetrically lower among older age groups. The study recommends governments fund practical AI literacy programs for seniors and companies develop AI products prioritizing simplicity and accessibility.