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21 Jul 2026
Catalonia bets on Quantum Technologies to boost business competitiveness
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Catalonia bets on Quantum Technologies to boost business competitivenessCatalonia’s quantum technologies sector generates €91 million in annual turnover, reinforcing the region’s position as one of Europe’s leading emerging quantum hubs.
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13 Jul 2026
Submer to invest over €1 billion in AI data center in Catalonia
Business Investments · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Submer to invest over €1 billion in AI data center in CataloniaBarcelona-based AI infrastructure company Submer will develop a next-generation AI data center in Flix, creating up to 150 permanent jobs and accelerating the reindustrialization of the area.
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09 Jul 2026
Catalonia’s space technologies sector is made up of over 80 companies generating nearly €240 million in revenue
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Catalonia’s space technologies sector is made up of over 80 companies generating nearly €240 million in revenueBarcelona has become the fourth-ranked city in the European Union by funding raised by startups in the space sector.
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08 Jul 2026
Meet Catalonia’s 10 most disruptive companies of 2026
Catalan Economy · International Events · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Meet Catalonia’s 10 most disruptive companies of 2026The awarded companies were recognized for creating positive social impact beyond their core business, while also standing out for their unique value propositions, strong corporate culture, and high growth potential.
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01 Jul 2026
NASA selects Catalan company Thinex to develop a new sensor printing system for spacecraft landing parachutes
Tech & Digital Transformation
See more NASA selects Catalan company Thinex to develop a new sensor printing system for spacecraft landing parachutesThinex has received support from ACCIÓ–Catalonia Trade & Investment to support its growth and secure the agreement with NASA.
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19 Jun 2026
British company OQC chooses Barcelona to open southern Europe’s largest quantum computing center with more than 200 employees
Business Investments · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more British company OQC chooses Barcelona to open southern Europe’s largest quantum computing center with more than 200 employeesThe company will invest €92 million in the project, strengthening Barcelona and Catalonia’s position as strategic players within Europe’s quantum and innovation ecosystem.
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17 Jun 2026
Swiss robotics company ANYbotics opens a new office in Barcelona
Business Investments · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Swiss robotics company ANYbotics opens a new office in BarcelonaBarcelona was selected for its robotics and AI ecosystem as the company expands its engineering footprint in Europe.
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10 Jun 2026
MWC Barcelona generates €588 million for Catalonia’s economy and reinforces its global tech leadership
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more MWC Barcelona generates €588 million for Catalonia’s economy and reinforces its global tech leadershipBarcelona continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading technology hubs. According to a new economic impact report commissioned by the GSMA, MWC Barcelona 2026 generated an estimated €588 million for the local economy and created more than 14,000 part-time jobs, marking another record year for the world’s largest connectivity event.
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05 Jun 2026
Barcelona-based Factorial reaches a €2.15 billion valuation after raising €129 million
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Barcelona-based Factorial reaches a €2.15 billion valuation after raising €129 millionThe tech company will use the new funding to accelerate its AI strategy and expand across key European markets, including Germany.
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