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Practical perspectives on AI operations, EU AI Act compliance and automation for small and medium-sized businesses.
EU AI Act Delayed: What the Digital Omnibus Changes for SMEs
The EU agreed in May 2026 to postpone the EU AI Act's high-risk rules to December 2027. But AI literacy stays mandatory. What changes, what holds, and what to do now.
Portugal 2030: €3.9 Billion in SME Funding for 2026
The Portugal 2030 annual call plan for 2026 includes 220 calls with a total envelope of €3.9 billion. Several programmes directly fund digitalisation and AI adoption by SMEs.
Eurostat: Only 11.5% of Portuguese Businesses Use AI
Eurostat data from December 2025 shows Portugal is below the EU average in business AI adoption. The EU is at 20% — Portugal at 11.5%.
Digital Training Voucher: Up to €750 for AI Training in Portugal
Portugal's IEFP funds digital skills training — including AI — up to €750 per person. Applications extended until 30 June 2026.
SIFIDE II: How to Deduct Up to 82.5% of AI Investment in Portugal
SIFIDE II allows companies in Portugal to deduct up to 82.5% of R&D expenses from corporate tax, including AI and automation projects.
EU AI Act Article 4: The AI Literacy Duty That Already Applies to SMEs
AI literacy is mandatory for any business using AI tools — in force since February 2025. What Article 4 actually requires and how to prepare.