Augmented leadership. Why it’s wrong to leave business decisions in the hands of AI

Augmented leadership. Why it’s wrong to leave business decisions in the hands of AI

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Dinheiro Vivo on March 8th, 2026)

In today’s business ecosystem, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from a futuristic promise into the driving force behind a “great acceleration” that is already outpacing humanity’s ability to measure it.

Universities aren't closing the door on AI, but are rethinking their assessment methods

Universities aren't closing the door on AI, but are rethinking their assessment methods

(Article originally published in Portuguese by RTP Notícias on February 28th, 2026)

“In the early days of LLMs, I even allowed students to use them on the final exam, but at that time the models still had a lot of errors. When I realized they could solve various problems that required students to think critically, I banned them,” a professor at the NOVA School of Business and Economics (NOVA SBE) told Lusa.

Nova SBE and NOVA Medical School bring together international experts to chart the future of Artificial Intelligence

Nova SBE and NOVA Medical School bring together international experts to chart the future of Artificial Intelligence

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Executive Digest on April 30, 2025)

The Digital Data Design Institute at Nova SBE and NOVA Medical School has launched a new series of events entitled Human-AI Talks, which aims to promote critical and constructive analysis of the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on society, science, and the economy.

Nova SBE and Harvard launch free course on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Nova SBE and Harvard launch free course on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Líder magazine on April 2, 2025)

The Digital Data Design Institute at Nova SBE and NOVA Medical School, in partnership with the Digital Data Design Institute at Harvard, will launch the first module of the Introduction to AI in Healthcare course tomorrow. This free program aims to prepare healthcare professionals for the technological revolution driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Five ideas about the future of AI (and Tutankhamun's past)

Five ideas about the future of AI (and Tutankhamun's past)

(Opinion article originally published in Portuguese by Expresso, on July 3rd, 2025)

One of the advantages of technology is the deep immersion it allows us in any context, era, or distant history. Whether it's diving into a Van Gogh painting through a 360-degree projection, traveling through the streets of ancient Rome in augmented reality, or discovering the more than 5,000 artifacts found in the tomb of an Egyptian king. It's fascinating when we use the discoveries of our times to expand our knowledge of centuries and millennia past.

 

No one knows you like AI

No one knows you like AI

(Opinion article originally published in Portuguese by Diário de Notícias on December 23rd, 2024)

Our world is full of algorithms (let's call them robots so as not to disturb the imagination) that help us do everything in our daily lives: choose a movie, take the best photo, find love. Our digital footprint allows “big brother” to know what time we woke up, what we had for breakfast, how many minutes we drove to work, what time we sent our first email, where we went during the day, how many hours we spent on social media, as well as any other questions we might want to ask.

Nova SBE, NOVA Medical School, and Harvard create institute dedicated to the future with Artificial Intelligence

Nova SBE, NOVA Medical School, and Harvard create institute dedicated to the future with Artificial Intelligence

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Human Resources on October 25, 2024)

Nova School of Business and Economics (Nova SBE) and NOVA Medical School, in partnership with the Digital Data Design Institute at Harvard, announce the creation of a new global institute, the Digital Data Design Institute at Nova SBE and NOVA Medical School, dedicated to studying the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies in the service of society.

Karim Lakhani & Mariana Van Zeller among the speakers at the Estoril 2024 Conferences

Karim Lakhani & Mariana Van Zeller among the speakers at the Estoril 2024 Conferences

(Article originally published in Portuguese by RTP Online on August 29, 2024)

Innovation expert Karim Lakhani and journalist Mariana Van Zeller, author of the National Geographic series `Trafficked', are among the more than 40 speakers taking part in the Estoril Conferences at the end of October.

Estoril Conferences return in October with many notables and topics such as AI and longevity

Estoril Conferences return in October with many notables and topics such as AI and longevity

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Jornal Económico Online on September 14, 2024)

Organized by Nova SBE & NOVA Medical School, this year's Estoril Conferences count, for the first time, on the partnership of Harvard's Digital Data Design Institute (D^3), which joins the co-organization of the event with Cascais City Council and Turismo de Portugal.

From politics to AI: Nova SBE brings together national & international leaders in another edition of the Estoril Conferences

From politics to AI: Nova SBE brings together national & international leaders in another edition of the Estoril Conferences

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Executive Digest on March 26, 2024)

Nova SBE's Carcavelos Campus opens its doors for another edition of the Estoril Conferences, which will bring together national and international leaders to debate the most pressing challenges with the greatest impact on the future.

9th edition of the Estoril Conferences takes place at Nova SBE in October

9th edition of the Estoril Conferences takes place at Nova SBE in October

(Article originally published in Portuguese by Valor Magazine on March 26, 2024)

Peace, Policies, Planet, Artificial Intelligence & Technology and Longevity are the five pillars that will guide the reflection of the many national and international leaders invited to attend.