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Microsoft Outage Hits Portugal, Fuel Prices Drop
Microsoft service disruptions affect operations in Portugal; fuel prices set to decrease next week.
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Business conditions in Portugal are mixed today. Microsoft service disruptions are causing operational delays, while upcoming fuel price reductions offer some relief. New advertising rules for online gaming introduce changes for operators.
In this briefing Associação Portuguesa de Apostas e Jogos Online · Auto Regulação Publicitária · Microsoft · Confederação Empresarial de Portugal · Direção-Geral de Energia e Geologia
Regulation
New advertising code for online gaming in Portugal
The Associação Portuguesa de Apostas e Jogos Online (APAJO) and Auto Regulação Publicitária (ARP) have developed a new voluntary advertising code for online gaming in Portugal, according to Jornal de Negocios. The code aims to restrict certain advertising practices, such as the use of phrases like 'Aposte já' and advertising in public transport. However, it does not cover sports sponsorships. This initiative is part of an effort to promote responsible gambling.
Impact Online gaming operators in Portugal will need to adapt to new advertising restrictions.
Sources: Jornal de Negocios ↗, Diário de Notícias Madeira (dnoticias.pt) ↗
Disruption
Microsoft service outage disrupts operations in Portugal
A global outage of Microsoft services, including Outlook and Teams, is causing significant operational disruptions for businesses in Portugal, according to RTP. The Confederation of Portuguese Business (CIP) reported that the outage has forced companies across various sectors to delay operations. Microsoft is working to restore services and has ruled out malicious activity for now. The outage highlights the dependency of businesses on digital communication tools.
Impact Companies in Portugal face operational delays due to the Microsoft service outage.
Sources: RTP ↗
Markets
Fuel prices in Portugal set to decrease next week
Fuel prices in Portugal are expected to decrease next week, with gasoline prices dropping by 2 cents to 1.891 euros per liter and diesel prices falling by 6 cents to 2.065 euros per liter, according to Expresso. The price adjustments are based on current values from the Direção-Geral de Energia e Geologia and forecasts from the ACP. These changes reflect fluctuations in the global oil market and are set to provide some relief to consumers.
Impact Fuel consumers in Portugal will benefit from lower prices starting next week.
Sources: Expresso ↗, Jornal Económico ↗
Nothing significant reported today in Internal tension · Safety & health · Companies · Trade · Politics.
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