Association for Competitive Technology
Helping your voice shape the policies impacting your business
ACT represents and supports innovators in technology by working with policymakers to create a robust, forward-looking environment where technology businesses can grow, compete, and succeed
Association for Competitive Technology
Helping your voice shape the policies impacting your business
ACT represents and supports innovators in technology by working with policymakers to create a robust, forward-looking environment where technology businesses can grow, compete, and succeed
Our Member Network
Trusted by a global community of innovators
Who We Are
An independent ally for small and medium-sized businesses in tech.
ACT is a global trade association representing startups, scaleups, and small and medium-sized technology companies across the competitive ecosystem. Our members are entrepreneurs, developers and innovators who are building solutions that power industries, economies and everyday life.
Who We Are
An independent ally for small and medium-sized businesses in tech.
ACT is a global trade association representing startups, scaleups, and small and medium-sized technology companies across the competitive ecosystem. Our members are entrepreneurs, developers and innovators who are building solutions that power industries, economies and everyday life.
What We Do
We advocate on your behalf
We advocate for policies that support innovation, reduce barriers to growth, and open up global opportunities. Alongside this, we provide resources, insights, and connections to help our members scale, raise capital, and navigate an evolving digital landscape. We we nurture a collaborative community of founders, developers, and innovators.
Our Community
Bridging the gap between innovators and policymakers.
We support both the innovators building technology and the policymakers shaping its future.
We bridge the gap between industry and policy, ensuring both sides have the insight and support they need to move forward with confidence.
Members
We support app developers, startups, and technology companies with advocacy, insights and resources to help them grow, compete and thrive in global markets.
Policymakers and Regulators
We bring real-world perspectives into policy discussions, helping bridge the gap between regulation and how technology is actually built, used, and experienced.
Latest Thinking
Current Discussion
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Insights
Check out our insights to discover valuable information and perspectives.
Advocacy
Discover the compelling stories behind our advocacy efforts and why they matter to you!
Get Involved
Events
We bring together innovators, policymakers and industry leaders through events, briefings and discussions. From global conferences to focused policy sessions, our events create space for collaboration, insight and meaningful connection. Stay informed, expand your network and be part of the conversations shaping the future of technology.
5 Nov 2026
Northern Founders ForumPortugal’s technology ecosystem is growing quickly, with Porto and Northern Portugal emerging as major growth hubs. Ahead of Web Summit, ACT is putting northern entrepreneurs at the centre of the conversation. You’ll hear directly from founders on what’s working, what’s getting harder, and what you need to take the next step towards growth.
9 Nov 2026
Startups & Scaleups Embassy ForumAhead of Web Summit, the Association for Competitive Technology (ACT) and the U.S. Embassy in Portugal are hosting a select group of founders for an exclusive breakfast roundtable. Step away from the noise for a focused conversation on scaling beyond Portugal, EU regulatory strategy, and international expansion.
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Contact ACT
Whether you’re a technology company looking to grow, or a policymaker seeking insight, we’re here to help.
Get in touch to learn more about our work, explore membership, or connect with our team.
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