The opening of the Web Summit featured announcements on the development of a state supported by artificial intelligence agents. Organiser Paddy Cosgrave remarked that the future of technology is in China.
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Lisbon Metro will increase frequency on the Red and Green lines between 9 and 12 November to accommodate event participants. A specific 'Web Summit Transport Pass' offering unlimited travel on Metro, Carris, and CP lines (including Sintra, Cascais, Azambuja, and Sado) is available for 72 hours (€23) or 120 hours (€31.50). These passes can only be purchased in person at the Lisbon Airport accreditation area between 7 and 10 November.
By the end of 2026, the government aims to have 85 'Lojas do Cidadão' and 1,200 'Espaços do Cidadão' operating across the country. The Minister Adjunct and for State Reform stated that these physical locations, alongside digital services, are intended to increase service capacity and accessibility, noting that 207 new 'Espaços do Cidadão' have already opened within the last year.
The Porto municipal executive has suspended a street-remodeling project inherited from the previous administration on Rua Guerra Junqueiro. Pedro Duarte stated that the city will consult residents to balance conflicting interests, and noted that vehicle speed limits on the street have already been reduced.