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    Global Cybersecurity Acceleration

    Incubou: built for cybersecurity founders expanding globally.

    Portugal's first IAPMEI-certified cybersecurity accelerator. We host founders across the Portugal–Brazil–USA corridor through Cybertech Acceleration, hackathons, events and global mentorship.

    Cybertech Acceleration · 2025Portugal · Brazil · USA

    Our programs

    Incubou runs five complementary fronts for founders, investors, and companies in the cybersecurity ecosystem.

    Flagship program

    Cybertech Acceleration

    A 6-month acceleration program for cybersecurity startups with international mentorship, investor access, and Silicon Valley immersion.

    CyberSpeakers

    A curated bureau of cybersecurity speakers across the Portugal-Brazil-USA corridor.

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    Hackathons

    Open innovation events connecting startups, companies, and talent through real cybersecurity challenges.

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    Cyber Talks

    In-person meetups with experts to discuss trends, regulation, and opportunities in cybersecurity.

    Learn more

    Cyber Cast

    A podcast on the cybersecurity ecosystem, digital entrepreneurship, and the PT-BR-USA innovation corridor.

    Listen to episodes

    About Incubou

    Incubou is the first IAPMEI-certified incubator dedicated exclusively to cybersecurity in Portugal. We operate across the Portugal-Brazil-USA corridor welcoming founders — especially immigrant entrepreneurs — with an approach that combines technical excellence and humanized support.

    IAPMEI
    Certified
    PRR
    Recovery and Resilience Plan
    Startup Portugal
    National ecosystem
    RNI
    National Network of Incubators

    Meet the innovative cybersecurity players shaping the future of digital security

    A vibrant network of founders, investors and cybersecurity leaders building the future together.

    Incubou community gathering in Lisbon — founders, mentors and partners

    Everything your cybersecurity startup needs to succeed in today's competitive landscape

    Expert Mentorship

    Access to seasoned cybersecurity professionals and industry veterans who guide your startup journey

    Innovation Labs

    State-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology for developing next-generation security solutions

    Market Access

    Direct connections to enterprise clients, government agencies, and strategic partners in cybersecurity

    Growth Acceleration

    Proven methodologies and frameworks to scale your cybersecurity startup rapidly and efficiently

    Security Framework

    Comprehensive security assessments and frameworks to ensure your solutions meet industry standards

    Global Network

    Access to international cybersecurity networks, conferences, and collaboration opportunities

    Business Development

    Strategic planning, business model optimization, and go-to-market strategy development

    Funding Support

    Connections to investors, grant opportunities, and financial resources specialized in cybersecurity

    Exclusive Advantages

    Unlock unique advantages available only through Portugal's certified cybersecurity incubator

    Official Recognition

    IAPMEI Certification

    As the first and only IAPMEI-certified cybersecurity incubator in Portugal, we provide official validation and credibility to your startup.

    Government recognition
    Industry credibility
    Enhanced reputation
    Reduced IRC & IRS

    Tax Advantages

    Benefit from significant tax reductions including Corporate Income Tax (IRC) and Personal Income Tax (IRS) advantages.

    Reduced IRC rates
    IRS benefits
    Financial optimization
    Accelerated Development

    Community and Networking

    Leverage our industry and investors connections to accelerate your startup's growth trajectory.

    Rapid scaling
    Market entry
    Strategic partnerships
    Legal Support

    Immigration Assistance

    Navigate Portugal's immigration process with empathy and expertise through our professional lawyers in-house.

    Visas
    NIF
    Empathy
    Online Company Formation

    Reduced Bureaucracy

    Skip the bureaucratic hassle with our streamlined online company formation process through our in-house lawyers - faster and more affordable.

    Online company formation
    In-house legal team
    Faster & cheaper process

    Interested in joining our cybersecurity ecosystem? Get in touch with us.

    Supported by

    PRR - Plano de Recuperação e Resiliência, República Portuguesa, Financiado pela União Europeia - NextGenerationEU