What are the most valuable hotel brands in Europe in 2025? - Portugal Business News Investment News Europe – Here are the Top 10 most valuable hotel brands in Europe in 2025 and the most valuable hotel brand in the world in 2025, as well as which countries in Europe have the most valuable hotel brands:   While the most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is British brand Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts, it also ranks in the Top 10 most valuable hotel brands in the world in 2025, according to Brand Finance. 1 - Which countries in Europe have the most valuable hotel brands in 2025?   In the Top 10 most valuable hotel brands in Europe in 2025, there are 3 British hotel brands, 3 French hotel brands, 3 Spanish hotel brands and 1 Swedish hotel brand.     2 - What is the most valuable hotel brand in the world in 2025?   The most valuable hotel brand in the world in 2025 is Hilton Hotels & Resorts with a brand value of $15.1 billion. The brand value of Hilton Hotels & Resorts is up 30% compared to 2024 and the group is increasing in brand value each year, supported by robust global expansion and a sharpened focus on lifestyle and luxury offerings.     3 - Here are the Top 10 most valuable hotel brands in Europe in 2025:     1 – Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts – UK   The No. 1 most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts with a brand value of USD 1.2 billion. The brand value of Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts is increasing since it was USD 908 million in 2024, that is a 37% increase in brand value.   British hotel brand Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts also ranks 9 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     2 – Premier Inn – UK   The 2 nd  most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Premier Inn with a brand value of USD 1.2 billion.   British hotel brand   Premier Inn also ranks 12 th most valuable hotel brand in the world.   The Premier Inn brand from the UK enjoys 96% awareness and 60% strong consideration. With solid trust scores and perceived value, Premier Inn continues to benefit from steady domestic demand and event-driven travel.     3 – Scandic Hotels – Sweden   The 3rd most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Scandic Hotels.   Swedish   brand   Scandic Hotels also ranks 14 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.   Scandic Hotels   also ranks 2 nd  in the category “strongest hotel brand”, with a BSI score of 91.3. It is particularly dominant in Sweden, where it enjoys 98% awareness and high trust metrics - 52% of Swedish respondents report strong consideration, and 81% say they are loyal to the brand. Although it is slightly down from 90% loyalty in 2022, Scandic Hotels   remains one of the strongest hotel brands in the industry. With a very high score for a “brand I love,” the Scandic Hotels brand continues to cultivate deep emotional resonance among domestic tourists.     4 – Mercure Hotels – France   The 4th most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Mercure Hotels.   French   brand   Mercure Hotels also ranks 15 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     5 – Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts – United Kingdom   The 5th most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts.   British   brand Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts also ranks 18 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     6 - NH Hotel Group – Spain   The 6 th  most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is NH Hotel Group.   Spanish   brand NH Hotel Group also ranks 20 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     7 – Novotel Hotels & Resorts – France   The 7 th  most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Novotel Hotels & Resorts.   French brand   Novotel Hotels & Resorts also ranks 34 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     8 – Occidental Hotel & Resorts – Spain   The 8 th  most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Occidental Hotel & Resorts.   Spanish brand   Occidental Hotel & Resorts also ranks 35 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     9 – MELIÃ – Spain   The 9 th  most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is MELIÃ.   Spanish   brand   MELIÃ also ranks 36 th  most valuable hotel brand in the world.     10 – Pullman Hotels and Resorts – France   The 10 th  most valuable hotel brand in Europe in 2025 is Pullman Hotels and Resorts.   French   brand Pullman Hotels and Resorts also ranks 41st most valuable hotel brand in the world.

Which European cities offer higher returns on investment in the hotel industry in 2025? - Portugal Business News Investment News Europe - Which European cities are the best for hotel investment in 2025? Does investing in hotels in Europe offer a good return on investment in 2025?     1 - Here are the Top 12 European cities that offer higher returns on investment in the hotel industry in 2025:   1 – London 2 – Madrid 3 – Rome 4 – Lisbon 5 – Barcelona 6 – Amsterdam 7 – Dublin 8 – Paris 9 – Brussels 10 – Copenhagen 11 – Berlin 12 - Athens      2 - Does investing in hotels in Europe offer a good return on investment in 2025?   Over 90% of investors intend to maintain or increase their hotel investments in 2025, reflecting continued confidence in the travel and tourism sector.     Real estate funds, developers, and owner-operators are showing increased interest in hotels, attracted by optimistic return prospects and outperformance against other asset classes. These investors report a stronger focus on value-added strategies, according to a new report by CBRE.   Investing in hotels in Europe remains a top investment choice, driven by a favorable supply-demand balance and competitive yields. With hotel demand growth continuing to outpace new supply, investor confidence in the sector’s long-term potential is on the rise.   Upper-upscale and luxury hotels remain top investment priorities, driven by strong post-pandemic performance and sustained demand from high-net-worth travelers. On the other hand, limited-service options are gaining interest due to their lean cost structures.   Investing in vacant hotels remains the preferred acquisition structure, however Hotel Management Agreements are increasing. Investors show a balanced preference for independent hotels and global brands.

Startup Reckon.ai raises € 5.1M in a new funding round - Portugal Business News Tech Startup News Europe – Portuguese Startup Reckon.ai just raised 5.1 million euros in a new funding round that leads to a total investment of 8.5 million euros since 2017.    Reckon.ai has successfully closed a new funding round of 5.1million euros, with the participation of Iberis Capital, Alea Capital Partners, and Touro Capital Partners as their latest investors.   The new funding obtained by startup Reckon.ai will accelerate their growth, enabling them to push even further in reshaping autonomous retail through groundbreaking AI technology. The Reckon.ai startup has developed AI-powered, autonomous freezers that are redefining what’s possible in unattended retail.    Portuguese tech startup Reckon.ai is an AI-powered OS for Smart and Unattended Retail with patented AI technology that transforms existing infrastructure - such as cabinets, fridges and shelves - into smart, autonomous assets.   Reckon.ai is increasing its network of partners to distribute and operate their next-generation freezers. A week ago, Reckon. Ai announced a partnership with Unilever Ice Cream, now known as The Magnum Ice Cream Company, to launch a major smart vending rollout in the coming months. Reckon.ai also just announced a groundbreaking collaboration in Paris with ibis, ibis Styles, and ibis budget from Accor Hotels, as well as Carrefour Belgium that will be reshaping the future of retail tech.   With this new investment round, startup Reckon.ai will strengthen its expansion in the EU and US markets.

What are the Most Valuable Asset Management Fund brands in Europe in 2025? - Portugal Business News Financial News Europe – Here are the most valuable asset management and sovereign wealth fund brands in Europe in 2025, as well as the most valuable asset management fund brand in the world in 2025:      1 - What is the most valuable asset management fund brand in the world in 2025?   The most valuable asset management/sovereign wealth fund brand in the world in 2025 is BlackRock, with its brand value rising 17% to reach USD 8.3 billion, according to Brand Finance.   BlackRock brand value leadership in the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) market has become one of its fastest growing business areas. In 2024, Blackrock rebranded all its ETFs as iShares to simplify its offering and capitalize on the brand equity of the iShares brand, which it acquired from Barclays in 2009.   While the Top 13 Asset Management and Sovereign Wealth Fund brands in the world in 2025 are from the United States, the 18 th  most valuable Asset Management and Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in the world in 2025 is in Europe, namely BNP Paribas Asset Management from France.     2 - Here is the ranking of the Most Valuable Asset Management and Sovereign Wealth Fund brands in Europe in 2025:     1 – BNP Paribas Asset Management - France The No. 1 most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is BNP Paribas Asset Management from France, with a brand value of USD 1.1 billion, making it the most valuable asset management brand outside North America.   BNP Paribas Asset Management is also the 18th most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in the world in 2025.     2 – NBIM – Norway   The 2 nd  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is NBIM from Norway.   NBIM is Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund and has a brand value of USD 840.9 million. NBIM is therefore the second most valuable sovereign wealth fund brand in the world.   NBIM aims to ensure a long-term management of revenue from Norway’s oil and gas resources, with a strong emphasis on responsible investment.   Brand Finance’s research found that NBIM scored a perfect 10 for “gives back to and supports local communities,” 9.1 for “appealing investment strategy,” and 8.9 for “seamless governance structure”. This indicates that its responsible investment approach is resonating with stakeholders and strengthening its brand.     3 - HSBC Asset Management – United Kingdom   The 3 rd  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is HSBC Asset Management from the United Kingdom.     4 – Amundi – France   The 4 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is Amundi from France.     5 - Generali Asset Management – Italy   The 5 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is Generali Asset Management from Italy.   The proposed merger between Generali and Natixis' investment management divisions could create a new European powerhouse and drive a higher brand value in Europe’s asset management sector in the coming years.     6 - Deutsche Bank Asset Management – Germany   The 6 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is Deutsche Bank Asset Management from Germany.     7 - UBS Asset Management – Switzerland   The 7 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is UBS Asset Management from Switzerland.     8 – Schroders – United Kingdom   The 8 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is Schroders from the United Kingdom.     9 - AXA Investment Managers – France   The 9 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in Europe in 2025 is AXA Investment Managers from France.   AXA Investment Managers also ranks 44 th  most valuable Asset Management/Sovereign Wealth Fund brand in the world in 2025.

Top 10 European countries with the highest wealth equality - Portugal Business News Financial News Europe – Here are the Top 10 European countries with the highest wealth equality in 2025, as well as the European country with the highest wealth inequality, according to the UBS Global Wealth Report.   Wealth equality in each country is measured by the Gini Coefficient that measures the extent to which the distribution of income within a country deviates from a perfectly equal distribution. Gini coefficients vary between 0 and 1. A higher score indicates higher inequality, while a lower score denotes a more equal distribution of wealth.   1 - What is the European country with the highest wealth inequality in 2025:   The European country with the highest wealth inequality is Russia that denotes that Russia has the least equal distribution of wealth in the world in 2025.   Russia’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.82, that is the highest wealth inequality score in Europe and also the highest wealth inequality score in the world, together with Brazil that is also the country with the highest wealth inequality in the world with a Gini Coefficient in 2024 of 0.82.     2 - Top 10 European countries with the highest wealth equality in 2025: 1 – Slovakia   Slovakia ranks no. 1 country in Europe as well as no. 1 country in the world with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that Slovakia has the most equal distribution of wealth in the world in 2025.   Slovakia Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.38, that is the lowest wealth inequality score in the world and in Europe.     2 - Belgium Belgium ranks 2nd country in Europe as well as 2nd country in the world with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that Belgium has the second most equal distribution of wealth in the world in 2025.   Belgium’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.47.     3 – Luxembourg   Luxembourg ranks 3 rd  country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that Luxembourg has the third most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   Luxembourg’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.55.     4 – Spain   Spain ranks 4th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that Spain has the fourth most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   Spain’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.56.     5 – Italy   Italy ranks 5th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that Italy has the fifth most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   Italy’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.57.     6 – Poland   Poland ranks 6th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that Poland has the sixth most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   Poland’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.57.     7 – United Kingdom   The United Kingdom ranks 7th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that the UK has the seventh most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   The United Kingdom’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.58.     8 – France   France ranks 8th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that France has the eighth most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   France’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.59.     9 – Greece   Greece ranks 9th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that France has the ninth most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   Greece’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.60.     10 – Portugal   Portugal ranks 10th country in Europe with the highest wealth equality, that denotes that France has the tenth most equal distribution of wealth in 2025.   Portugal’s Gini Coefficient in 2024 is 0.61.

Voici les 2 nouvelles villas hôtelières de Christian Louboutin au Portugal - PBN Actualités Tourisme Europe - Voici les 2 nouvelles villas hôtelières de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, La Salvada et La Maison des Bateaux, avec une galerie d’images des deux villas hôtelières :   Christian Louboutin a ouvert son premier hôtel de marque au Portugal, le Vermelho hotel (ce qui signifie Hôtel Rouge comme ses semelles de chaussures emblématiques) en 2023. En juillet 2025, Christian Louboutin a ouvert ses premières villas hôtelières de marque qui sont une extension de l’hôtel Vermelho.   Les 2 nouvelles villas hôtelières de Christian Louboutin au Portugal : La Salvada et La Maison des Bateaux ouvrent les portes du monde privé de Christian Louboutin, la luxueuse marque Vermelho, qui est un symbole de la créativité, de l’authenticité et de l’exclusivité du designer.   Christian Louboutin a une histoire d’amour avec la côte portugaise de l’Alentejo qui mènera également à l’ouverture d’un deuxième hôtel-boutique de marque au Portugal en 2026.     Voici les 2 nouvelles villas hôtelières de Christian Louboutin au Portugal :   1 – Voici les images de la nouvelle villa hôtelière de Christian Louboutin La Salvada au Portugal :   La nouvelle villa hôtelière de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, La Salvada , est située à Melides sur la côte de l’Alentejo. L’architecture est inspirée par l’Inde et la décoration intérieure combine le flair de Christian Louboutin pour l’art et le design avec l’intimité et la beauté naturelle de Melides au Portugal.   La Villa La Salvada, qui est une extension de l’hôtel de marque Vermelho de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, est équipée pour accueillir quatre personnes. La villa s’étend sur environ 250 m2 et dispose de deux suites, d’une cuisine entièrement équipée, d’un espace social avec une salle à manger, d’un salon et d’une salle de réception avec une immense verrière.   L’architecte égyptien Tarek Shamma a réussi à combiner le flair de Christian Louboutin pour les œuvres d’art d’une manière qui s’harmonise avec le paysage naturel portugais. Cela a été fait en collaborant avec des artisans locaux et des matériaux où la pierre, la terre cuite et le carrelage fait d’azulejos portugais créent une toile de fond pour le design intérieur qui capture l’essence exotique de l’Inde.     La nouvelle villa hôtelière de Christian Louboutin, La Salvada au Portugal, est située dans un environnement naturel préservé, avec les plages de sable blanc et une vue panoramique sur l’océan Atlantique d’un côté, et les rizières et la flore naturelle et la faune de l’Alentejo de l’autre.     Combien cela coûte-t-il de séjourner dans la nouvelle villa hôtelière de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, La Salvada ?   Un séjour dans la nouvelle villa hôtelière   de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, La Salvada, coûte environ 2,200 euros.   Un séjour dans la villa de l’hôtel La Salvada de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, qui est située à moins de 10 minutes du centre-ville de Melides, comprend un panier de bienvenue avec des produits locaux et la possibilité de prendre le petit déjeuner au l’Vermelho Hotel, ainsi que le service en chambre, un chef privé, un service de nettoyage une nuit sur deux et un personal shopper sont disponibles sur demande.     2 – Voici les images de la nouvelle villa hôtelière de Christian Louboutin, La Maison des Bateaux au Portugal :   La deuxième nouvelle villa hôtelière   de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, la Villa La Maison des Bateaux, est située à Melides sur la côte de l’Alentejo. L’architecture est conçue comme une maison typique de l’Alentejo, avec un porche et une piscine qui surplombent les rizières. La Maison des Bateaux, la nouvelle villa de l’hôtel de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, combine le charme rustique avec l’emblématique marque Christian Louboutin.    La Villa La Maison des Bateaux, qui est une extension de l’hôtel de marque de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, est équipée pour accueillir quatre à six personnes. La villa s’étend sur environ 150 m2 et dispose de deux suites, d’une cuisine entièrement équipée, de trois salles de bains, d’un salon et d’une salle de télévision.     Combien coûte un séjour dans la nouvelle villa hôtelière de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, La Maison des Bateaux ?   Un séjour dans la nouvelle villa hôtelière   de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, La Maison des Bateaux, coûte environ 1,700 euros.   Un séjour dans la Villa La Maison des Bateaux de Christian Louboutin au Portugal, située à moins de 10 minutes du centre-ville de Melides, comprend un panier de bienvenue avec des produits locaux et la possibilité de prendre le petit déjeuner à l’hôtel Vermelho, avec un service de chambre, un chef privé, un service de nettoyage une nuit sur deux, et un personal shopper est disponible sur demande.

Which European country has the most job vacancies in 2025? - Portugal Business News News EU job vacancies – Which EU countries have the most job vacancies in 2025? While the average job vacancy rate in the EU is 2.2% for Q1 2025, here are the Top 10 EU countries that have the highest job vacancy rate according to Eurostat:     1 - Here are the Top 10 EU countries that have the most job vacancies for Q1 2025:     1 – Netherlands – with a job vacancy rate of 4.2% 2 - Belgium – with a job vacancy rate of 4.1% 3 – Austria – with a job vacancy rate of 3.6% 4 – Norway - with a job vacancy rate of 3.4% 5 – Malta - with a job vacancy rate of 3% 6 – Cyprus - with a job vacancy rate of 2.9% 7 – Germany - with a job vacancy rate of 2.7% 8 – France - with a job vacancy rate of 2.5% 9 – Latvia - with a job vacancy rate of 2.4% - (same as the Euro Area.) 10 – Slovenia - with a job vacancy rate of 2.3%     2 - Which country in Europe has the highest job opportunities in 2025?   The easiest countries in the EU to find a job in 2025 are the Netherlands with a job vacancy rate of 4.2%, followed by Belgium with a job vacancy rate of 4.1%.     3 - Here is the chart showing the ranking of countries with the most job vacancies in the EU for Q1 2025:    Chart showing the ranking of job vacancies in all the EU countries - Portugal Business News

Top 10 fastest growing startups in the UK in 2025 - Portugal Business News Startup News Europe – Here are the Top 10 fastest growing startups in the UK in 2025 that are founder-led and privately owned businesses, according to FEBE:     Top 10 fastest growing startups in the UK in 2025:   1 - PerfectTed   PerfectTed ranks No. 1 fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 532.22% and an annualized sales figure of 8.2 million pounds sterling.   PerfectTed is Matcha products brand.     2 – REHAB   REHAB ranks 2nd fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 448.74% and an annualized sales figure of 8.1 million pounds sterling.   REHAB is a Haircare brand.     3 - Simmer Eats   Simmer Eats ranks 3rd fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 370.25% and an annualized sales figure of 36.1 million pounds sterling.   Simmer Eats is a Meal delivery service brand.     4 - Lucky Egg   Lucky Egg ranks 4th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 349.38% and an annualized sales figure of 4.8m million pounds sterling.   Lucky Egg is a Party games brand.     5 – Conductr   Conductr ranks 5th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 325.73% and an annualized sales figure of 25.4 million pounds sterling.   Conductr is a Creative innovation studio brand.     6 - Ancient + Brave   Ancient + Brave ranks 6th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 295.49% and an annualized sales figure of £19.9 million pounds sterling.   Ancient + Brave is a Wellness supplement brand.     7 – SURI   SURI ranks 7th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 271.01% and an annualized sales figure of £ 23.4 million pounds sterling.   SURI is a Sustainable personal care products brand.     8 - Dynisma   Dynisma ranks 8th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 269.10% and an annualized sales figure of £ 19.4 million pounds sterling.   Dynisma is an Automotive simulator developer brand.     9 - Purdy & Figg   Purdy & Figg ranks 9th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 236.00% and an annualized sales figure of £ 40.3 million pounds sterling.   Purdy & Figg is a Natural cleaning brand.     10 – Winedrops   Winedrops ranks 10th fastest growing founder-led startup in the UK in 2025, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 221.06% and an annualized sales figure of £ 9.5 million pounds sterling.   Winedrops is a Wine retailer brand.

What are Europe’s fastest supercomputers in 2025? - Portugal Business News Tech News Europe – Here is the list of Europe’s Top 10 fastest supercomputers in 2025 and what is the world’s No. 1 fastest supercomputer in 2025, according to the TOP500 List dated June 2025:     1 - List of Europe’s Top 10 fastest supercomputers in 2025:     1 - JUPITER Booster supercomputer – Germany   Europe’s No. 1 fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the JUPITER Booster supercomputer from Germany, with 4,801,344 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 930.00 PFlop/s or Petaflops.  One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    Germany’s JUPITER Booster ranks fourth fastest supercomputer globally.  JUPITER is located at the Forschungszentrum Jülich campus in Germany and operated by the Jülich Supercomputing Centre.   Up to now, the EuroHPC JU has procured ten state-of-the-art supercomputers, located across Europe, including JUPITER that is located at the Forschungszentrum Jülich campus in Germany and operated by the Jülich Supercomputing Centre. Soon to be capable of delivering 1 ExaFLOP of computing power, JUPITER will become Europe’s first Exascale supercomputer.   The manufacturer of Europe's fastest supercomputer, the JUPITER Booster supercomputer, is EVIDEN.  It is based on Eviden’s BullSequana XH3000 direct liquid cooled architecture.     2 - HPC6 supercomputer - Italy   Europe’s 2nd fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the HPC6 supercomputer from Italy, with 3,143,520 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 606.97 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    The manufacturer of the HPC6 supercomputer is Fujitsu.     3 – Alps supercomputer – Switzerland   Europe’s 3rd fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the Alps supercomputer from Switzerland, with 2,121,600 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 574.84 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    The manufacturer of the Alps supercomputer is HPE.     4 – LUMI supercomputer – Finland   Europe’s 4th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the LUMI supercomputer from Finland, with 2,752,704 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 539.13 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    LUMI is hosted by the CSC – IT Center for Science in Finland.   The manufacturer of the LUMI supercomputer is HPE - Hewlett Packard Enterprise.     5 – Leonardo supercomputer – Italy   Europe’s 5th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the Leonardo supercomputer from Italy, with 1,824,768 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 315.74 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    Leonardo is a pre-exascale EuroHPC supercomputer located in the Bologna Technopole, Italy. It is supplied by ATOS, based on a BullSequana XH2000 supercomputer and hosted by CINECA.   The manufacturer of the Leonardo supercomputer is EVIDEN.     6 - Isambard-AI phase 2 supercomputer – United Kingdom   Europe’s 6th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the Isambard-AI phase 2 supercomputer from the UK, with 1,028,160 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 278.58 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    Isambard-AI, hosted at the University of Bristol, officially went live in July 2025.  The supercomputer was built by Hewlett-Packard Enterprises (HPE) using its Cray EX architecture and fitted with over 5400 NVIDIA Grace Hopper superchips.   The manufacturer of the Isambard-AI phase 2 supercomputer is HPE.     7 - ISEG2 supercomputer – Netherlands   Europe’s 7th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the ISEG2 supercomputer from the Netherlands, with 718,848        cores and a peak theoretical performance of 338.49 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    The manufacturer of the ISEG2 supercomputer is NEBIUS.     8 - MareNostrum 5 ACC supercomputer – Spain   Europe’s 8th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the MareNostrum 5 ACC supercomputer from Spain, with 663,040 cores and a peak theoretical performance of 314 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    MareNostrum 5 is hosted by the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC).   The manufacturer of the MareNostrum 5 ACC supercomputer is EVIDEN.     9 - CEA-HE supercomputer – France   Europe’s 9th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the CEA-HE supercomputer from France, with 548,352     cores and a peak theoretical performance of 171.26 PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    The manufacturer of the CEA-HE supercomputer is EVIDEN.     10 – Njoerd supercomputer – United Kingdom   Europe’s 10th fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the Njoerd supercomputer from the UK, with 273,280      cores and a peak theoretical performance of 106.28   PFlop/s or Petaflops. One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    The manufacturer of the Njoerd supercomputer is HPE.     2 – What is the world’s fastest supercomputer in 2025?   The world’s fastest supercomputer in 2025 is the El Capitan supercomputer in the United States, with 11,039,616       cores and a peak theoretical performance of 2,746.38       PFlop/s or Petaflops.  One petaflop is equal to 1 quadrillion (1,000,000,000,000,000) calculations per second.    The manufacturer of the world’s fastest supercomputer in 2025, the El Capitan supercomputer, is HPE.

See the most beautiful images of the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle - Portugal Business News Travel & Tourism News Europe - See the Photo Gallery of the most beautiful images of the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle that is the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.   The original Disney Sleeping Beauty Castle is hidden in the majestic Bavarian landscapes where it was built by the “Mad King” Ludwig II of Bavaria in the 19 th  century.   Sleeping Beauty’s original castle is hidden just a 2-hour train ride from Munich and the enchanting old-world town of Füssen lies in the foothills of the Alps. It is a sight made from dreams of beauty and magic, princesses and witches: the fabulous and ethereal Neuschwanstein Castle.   Neuschwanstein Castle is framed by one of the most breathtaking natural settings in the world, nestled atop a hill and surrounded by forested mountains. If you step inside the original Disney fairy tale castle, you will see the glimmering lake, the mountains and valleys, in a world of magical beauty where anything can happen…     Photo Gallery of the most beautiful images of Neuschwanstein Castle that is the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle:         And for the fans of Disney's Sleeping Beauty, here are the images of Princess Aurora:

What are Europe’s Top startup ecosystems by value in 2024? - Portugal Business News Startup News Europe – Here are Europe’s Top 10 startup ecosystems by value in 2024, as well as the number of unicorns per city, the salary of a software engineer per city, and who are the investors, according to the latest report by Startup Genome dated July 22nd, 2025:     Here are Europe’s Top 10 startup ecosystems by value in 2024:     1 – London   London ranks No. 1 Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 342 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does London have?   London has 67 unicorns     What is the salary of a software engineer in London in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in London in 2024 is 75,000 dollars.     Who are the investors in London’s startup ecosystem in 2024?   London-based startups attracted significant investments in 2024, with BMLL Technologies raising approximately $20.3 million in a Series B round and Zepz securing substantial funding, highlighting strong investor confidence in the city's startups.   The Arāya Super Angel Fund was established in March 2025 to back up to 60 innovative pre-seed and seed-stage startups over the next four years, with a focus on sectors including Healthtech, Fintech, Commerce, and the future of work.   London Tech Week 2025 was a key event that brought together innovators, investors, and industry leaders to showcase technological advancements and strengthen collaborations.     2 – Paris   Paris ranks 2 nd  Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 149 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Paris have?   Paris has 38 unicorns     What is the salary of a software engineer in Paris in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Paris in 2024 is 61,000 dollars.     Who are the investors in the Paris startup ecosystem in 2024?   VivaTech, Europe's premier tech and innovation conference held annually in Paris, brings together global startups, investors, and industry leaders, fostering cross-border collaboration, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, and accelerating growth across international startup ecosystems.   The Paris 2024 Olympics acted as a powerful accelerator for the city's startup ecosystem, providing platforms for innovation, facilitating economic opportunities, and enhancing Paris's reputation as a hub for entrepreneurial activity.     3 – Berlin   Berlin ranks 3 rd  Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 76.3 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Berlin have?   Berlin has 20 unicorns     What is the salary of a software engineer in Berlin in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Berlin in 2024 is 75,000 dollars.     Who are the investors in Berlin’s startup ecosystem in 2024?   A strong base of local and international VCs, including Earlybird, Project A, and HV Capital, fuel Berlin’s investment activity. HTGF is one of Germany’s most active early-stage investors, pouring funds into over 750 startups since its inception. The Opportunity Fund will launch with a fund volume of $720 million. The German government announced it will invest $13 billion into domestic startups by 2030, alongside private capital sources including Deutsche Bank and Allianz.     4 – Zurich   Zurich ranks 4 th  Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 43 billion dollars .   5 – Stockholm   Stockholm ranks 5 th  Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 30 billion dollars .     6 – Lausanne   Lausanne ranks 6th Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 15.8 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Lausanne have?   Lausanne has 4 unicorns     What is the salary of a software engineer in Lausanne in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Lausanne in 2024 is 132,500 dollars.     Who are the investors in Lausanne’s startup ecosystem in 2024?   The Greater Lausanne ecosystem is supported by eight innovation parks, including Trust Valley’s unitrust, which focuses on trust-based companies, and Biopôle, which hosts over 140 Life Sciences companies and more than 25 research groups. The Genolier Innovation Hub opened in September 2024, aiming to accelerate late-stage medical research and innovation.     7 - Porto   Porto ranks 7 th  Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 7.5 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Porto have?   Porto has 2 unicorns     What is the salary of a software engineer in Porto in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Porto in 2024 is 33,000 dollars.     Who are the investors in Porto’s startup ecosystem in 2024?   Recognizing Porto’s international attractiveness, the Financial Times’ European Cities of the Future ranked Porto once again as Europe's best large city for investment attraction. Additionally, Porto saw a 51% increase in total VC funding and an impressive 163% increase in median seed round from 2024 to 2025 – one of the few large European cities to see substantial funding growth over the past year.   Aligned with this trajectory, ScaleUp Porto - an initiative by the Porto City Council - plays a key role in reinforcing the city’s position as a European hub for entrepreneurship.   Central to this effort are flagship initiatives like Porto Tech and the SIM Conference. Porto Tech is reshaping the local tech landscape by cultivating community, collaboration, and innovation, empowering the next generation of founders through 30+ events that attracted over 6,000 attendees in 2024. The second edition of the SIM Conference (Startups & Investment Matching), held in May 2025, connected 3,500 entrepreneurs, including 400 startups and more than 230 investors, from all around the world.     8 – Valencia   Valencia ranks 8th Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 3.9 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Valencia have?   Valencia has no unicorn.     What is the salary of a software engineer in Valencia in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Valencia in 2024 is 41,000 dollars.     Who are the investors in the Valencia startup ecosystem in 2024?   In December 2024, Valencia City Council, through Valencia Innovation Capital, boosted seed-stage startup funding by 50% to €600,000, reinforcing its commitment to entrepreneurship.   Valenciaport launched its €6 million 5G network project in December, enhancing digital transformation and Smart Port development. Funded by European grants, it will provide secure connectivity for 25,000+ devices, including vehicles, sensors, and drones.   The Valencian Government will invest €2 billion in the 2025-2028 Reindustrialization Strategy, aiming to boost industry’s GDP share from 14.8% to 20% and attract over €10 billion in private investment.     9 – Turin, Italy   Turin ranks 9th Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 3 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Turin have?   Turin has 1 unicorn.     What is the salary of a software engineer in Turin in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Turin in 2024 is 42,500 dollars.     Who are the investors in the Turin startup ecosystem in 2024?   Newcleo is revolutionizing nuclear energy with a $144.4 million investment in Italy (2025-2027), including a cutting-edge R&D center in Turin. Partnering with the Italian Institute of Technology, this move strengthens Turin’s position as a hub for advanced tech innovation.   In 2024, Neva SGR launched two new funds: Neva II and Neva II Italia. The new funds, dedicated to investments in companies committed to providing business solutions to global problems, will have a final investment capacity of $565 million.   In October 2025, Turin will host Italian Tech Week, a leading tech conference where founders, investors, and global industry leaders come together to connect and grow. The event will reach new heights as Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, headlines the conference.     10 – Budapest   Budapest ranks 10th Top startup ecosystem in Europe by value in 2024 with a valuation of 2.2 billion dollars .     How many unicorns does Budapest have?   Budapest has no unicorn.     What is the salary of a software engineer in Budapest in 2024?   The average salary of a software engineer in Turin in 2024 is 30,000 dollars.     Who are the investors in the Budapest startup ecosystem in 2024?   Budapest offers startups access to a variety of funding sources, including local VC firms and international investors. The National Research, Development and Innovation Office launched a series of programs from 2014 to 2025 aimed at developing the startup ecosystem. Among these is the 4th call of the Startup Factory program, where 11 incubators received investment-focused support for early-stage startups constituting a significant portion of Hungary's pre-seed financing ($14.3 million).   In 2025, $5.7 million of state funding will complement private funding aimed at Medtech innovation. A $28.5 million over three years seed matching fund will also launch in 2025.

Pandora opens its flagship store in Porto - Portugal Business News Brands News Europe – Danish jewelry brand Pandora just opened its flagship store in Porto.   Pandora’s flagship store in Portugal is located at No. 397, Rua de Santa Catarina, next to one of the Porto’s most iconic tourist attractions, the Chapel of Souls.  With 120 sqm, Pandora’s flagship store in Porto is the largest store of the Danish jewelry brand in Portugal.   One of the highlights of this new store is the personalized engraving service, made possible by their first engraving machines on the Iberian Peninsula. A piece of Pandora jewelry may now be engraved for €15.   Pandora opened its first store in Portugal in Lisbon in 2024, with a total of 112 sqm. Currently, the Pandora brand, that was founded in Denmark in 1982, has 38 points of sale in Portugal.   The opening of Pandora’s flagship store in Porto strengthens the dynamism of Porto’s retail sector and consolidates Porto as a strategic and essential destination for leading brands in Portugal, according to Susana Pires, Senior Retail Consultant at Cushman & Wakefield, that advised the transaction.