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Web Summit 2024: Lisbon's Tech Success
The 2024 Web Summit in Lisbon concluded successfully, exceeding expectations and sparking discussions about its future in the city.
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TechnologyEuropean UnionArtificial IntelligenceInnovationGrowthPortugalConference
Web SummitStartup Portugal
Paddy CosgraveAntonio Dias Martins
- What is the future of the Web Summit's location?
- Paddy Cosgrave, Web Summit's CEO, expressed his desire to keep the event in Lisbon beyond 2028, highlighting its transformation and the event's positive impact on the city.
- What kind of technologies were showcased at the Web Summit?
- The Web Summit showcases advanced technologies, ranging from wood export certification via WhatsApp to flying vehicles, demonstrating its role as a platform for innovation.
- What were the key highlights of the 2024 Web Summit in Lisbon?
- The 2024 Web Summit in Lisbon concluded, exceeding expectations with a record-breaking 71,528 attendees and showcasing 3,000 companies from various countries.
- What is the impact of the Web Summit on Portugal's tech sector?
- Antonio Dias Martins, Startup Portugal CEO, credits the Web Summit with boosting Portuguese technology, noting a remarkable increase in startup investment from €50 million annually to €1.5 billion in 2021.
- How has the tech community's perception of Lisbon changed since the Web Summit moved there?
- Despite initial skepticism from tech journalists, Lisbon has become a significant tech hub, and the Web Summit has contributed significantly to its growth in the tech sector.