What is it?

A BIG challenge for you

This year we’ve grown and really upped our game. We’re now hosting not ONE but THREE programs and bring you 5G, a network that will change city life as we know it. Whether you have an idea, are launching a project, developing your startup, or prototyping technology, BIG smart cities is the platform to help you grow.

Check out what 2017 was like

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A university challenge to work the best ideas for applying 5G. Challenge us with your imagination and launch your career with Vodafone and Ericsson!

Apply your idea
Do you have a startup that could use technology powered by 5G to make cities smarter? Join this open innovation program to experience growth like you never have before.

Apply as a startup
Let’s go beyond acceleration: this network of technological testing for smart cities, we want to create a culture of innovation in Portuguese municipalities and your startup could be just what we’re looking for.

Know more here

What is it?

A BIG challenge for you

Keep reading to know more :)

A university challenge to work the best ideas for applying 5G. Challenge us with your imagination and launch your career with Vodafone and Ericsson!

Do you have a startup that could use technology powered by 5G to make cities smarter? Join this open innovation program to experience growth like you never have before.

Let’s go beyond acceleration: this network of technological testing for smart cities, we want to create a culture of innovation in Portuguese municipalities and your startup could be just what we’re looking for.