​Welcome to Launch in Lisboa!

​​Ready to tap into Lisbon's vibrant startup and innovation ecosystem? Whether you're launching a new venture, working remotely, or exploring opportunities to connect with Portugal's dynamic entrepreneurial scene, Launch in Lisboa is your gateway to making it happen.

​​📅 Dates: Tuesday to Thursday, November 4–6, 2025

​​Strategically timed alongside Lisbon’s biggest tech and innovation event Web Summit (Nov 10–13)—this immersive program offers exclusive access, insights, and connections you won’t find anywhere else.

​​Here’s what you can expect:

​​✨ Discover Lisbon’s Innovation Ecosystem
Dive into key industry verticals including gaming and AI.

​​💡 Interactive Workshops
Learn directly from industry experts about critical topics: government subsidies and incentives, residency requirements, legal and tax frameworks, labor laws, recruitment strategies, and more.

​​🚶‍♀️ Ecosystem Tours
Get behind-the-scenes access to Lisbon’s most exciting innovation hubs and workspaces.

​​🤝 1-on-1 Networking
Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and key stakeholders—especially within the gaming sector.

​​To make the most of the experience, you have options!
✨ Join remotely to catch select parts of the program from anywhere in the world,
or
🔥 Join us in person to unlock the full experience and immerse yourself in the heart of Lisbon's innovation scene.

​AGENDA

​​​Day 0 | 04 Nov @Gaming Hub and Lisbon Rooftop [afternoon // in-person]

• ​​Gaming Hub Tour

• ​​Welcome drinks with partners and entrepreneurial community

• ​Introduction to the Lisbon startup ecosystem and Unicorn Factory Lisboa

• ​Fireside chat with founders

​​Day 1 | 05 Nov @ Beato Innovation District [full day // hybrid]

• ​​Corporate, labor & immigration law

• ​​Subsidies, grants and investment

• ​​Lunch + Ecosystem Tour

• ​​Taxation in Portugal

• ​How to build your tech team in Portugal

• ​​Portuguese education landscape

​​Day 2 | 06 Nov @ AI Hub [morning // in-person]

• ​​Introduction to the Hub/Ecosystem

• ​Industry Insights

• ​Round table with partners/experts

​​Optional add-ons:

• ​Book 1:1 meetings with partners.

​​Note: The agenda is preliminary and might be updated.

​Partners

​This program is designed with the strategic support of our ecosystem partners. Based on previous editions, you can expect the involvement of key players such as:

​Nobre Guedes e Associados, PWC, Here Partners, Landing Jobs, Rauva and 42 Lisboa

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​​📩 For more info: international@unicornfactorylisboa.com

​​Don't miss your chance to launch something great—right here in Lisboa. 🚀

​​​​​​About Unicorn Factory Lisboa

​​Unicorn Factory Lisboa is a flagship innovation initiative that support the life of a unicorn from start to finish, helping founders to start, scale and become global.

​​The initiative includes the development of innovation districts, hubs and programs, inspired by international best practices

​​Supports startups and scaleups in achieving sustained accelerated growth.

​​Drives an ecosystem of innovation, talent attraction, new projects and investment opportunities. 

​🎮 About Gaming Hub

​Gaming Hub is a unique space focused on the fast-growing gaming industry in Portugal, with the aim of creating a world-class innovation center in Lisbon. By bringing together studios, corporations, freelancers, startups, publishers, investors, students, and universities, our mission is to accelerate the growth of new gaming ventures and foster industry expansion. Hosting regular events and workshops, we cultivate meaningful connections and synergy among game developers and enthusiasts.

​🤖 About AI Hub

​AI Hub is a specialized innovation space designed to position Lisbon at the forefront of artificial intelligence development and adoption. Bringing together startups, researchers, tech companies, and academic institutions, AI Hub drives cutting-edge exploration in machine learning, big data, robotics, and automation.
With a strong focus on community building, the hub fosters collaboration, nurtures deep-tech talent, and supports the scaling of AI-driven ventures through knowledge-sharing events, mentorship, and international partnerships.