Main Trends Expected In The TMT Sector

Portugal began 2016 in a complex political and economic climate: a new Government, a new President and an economy still coming out of a deep crisis. The telecommunications sector is also going through a period of transition and 2015 was a year of intense legislative discussions. We now highlight the main prospects for 2016.

1. LISBON, CAPITAL OF INNOVATION

Lisbon is fast emerging as a capital of incentives for innovation. Innumerable incubators and accelerators, consultants and independent entrepreneurs have set up in the city to foster start-ups. The Web Summit, one of the world's most influential events for entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, has chosen Lisbon as the host for its 2016, 2017 and 2018 events. This is expected to bring Portugal greater visibility and more business.