ScaleUp Porto

22/07/2025

Sun’s out, pitches up! Summer PITCH is back with fast pitches, friendly feedback and great vibes.

Don’t miss the chance to see the next wave of Portugal’s startup talent.

Register now to attend in person or online

16/07/2025

🚀 Porto is making its mark on the global startup map!

Ranked #71-80 among emerging ecosystems worldwide by Startup Genome, Porto shines as a Top 10 European hub for “Bang for Buck” and Top 20 for affordable tech talent.

Curious to see all the insights and what this means for the future of startups here?

🔗 Check out the full GSER 2025 report:
https://startupgenome.com/ecosystems/porto

10/07/2025

Did you know there are dozens of open calls currently active for founders, entrepreneurs, and companies?

From internationalization programs to deep tech fellowships and innovation challenges — there are opportunities for every profile.

Check the full list here 👇

Discover the latest open calls in one place! Explore funding opportunities, grants, and competitions with our regularly updated roundup.

08/07/2025

Another month, another wave of progress from Porto’s startup ecosystem 🌊

Here’s what made headlines — and who’s behind the action.

04/07/2025

We know the tote bag is perfect for the beach. But in a few of months, we want it back in the city 😉

02/07/2025

Porto has over 40 — and most of them are listed on our Porto‘s Ecosystem Map. Discover them all now!

If you run a coworking space that‘s not yet on the map, make sure to add your space today and be part of the growing ecosystem.

🔗 https://lnkd.in/dCeQgV95

01/07/2025

Take a look at last week‘s Hangout at UPTEC, which got into one year of the AI Act and what it means for startups.

Stay tuned: a special Hangout is coming this July 👀

📷 Ricardo Meireles & Miguel Ribeiro Fernandes

26/06/2025

Get to know U.Porto Inovação — the bridge between research, entrepreneurship, and industry at the University of Porto.

From supporting inventors and submitting patents to fostering a vibrant spin-off community through The Circle, they’re turning knowledge into real-world impact. 💡

23/06/2025

Work, connect, repeat.
This Thursday, grab your laptop and join us at Soffice for a free coworking day packed with networking.
Spots are limited – RSVP here: https://swki.me/LrjORHZy

23/06/2025

Today, the streets of Porto will be filled with people holding hammers - a playful symbol of São João.


But did you know it all started with a salt shaker? 👀 Years ago, a toy maker spotted a curious salt and pepper shaker that sparked an idea: create a noisy toy to sell during the festivities. That simple idea caught on… and the rest is history.


From a bold sales move to a city-wide tradition, São João’s hammer reminds us that creativity and entrepreneurship are everywhere, especially in Porto.

📷 Porto

18/06/2025

One year into the AI Act—how’s the startup landscape shifting?

From legal clarity (or lack thereof) to investor expectations and product decisions, the AI Act is moving from theory to practice.

This Hangout brings together founders, investors, and legal minds to unpack how regulation is reshaping the way we build with AI in Europe.

What’s clear, what’s still up in the air, and how do we stay agile while staying compliant?

📅 June 25 | 🕠 5:30PM

Free registration: https://shorturl.at/wSRxS

16/06/2025

Building something new doesn’t have to be a solo journey. Many founders are already mapped in Porto’s Ecosystem Map.

Find out who they are, what they’re building — and how they can support or inspire you.

🔗 https://swki.me/zAXV7pp9