BITCLIQ Information

Bitcliq Technologies is an European blue-tech software company specializing in the agile development of technological and innovation projects. As a key player in the Portuguese blue economy cluster, Bitcliq is an active member of the Smart Ocean Initiative in Peniche, Portugal's leading fishing R&D and entrepreneurship ecosystem. The company is certified by the National Innovation Agency (ANI) for its Research and Development activities, particularly in the fields of AI and Blockchain technologies tailored to the maritime sector. Bitcliq has successfully developed several award-winning projects across Europe, including Big Eye – Smart Fishing, a big-data/cloud-based platform for fishing fleet management, and Lota Digital, the first wild fish e-marketplace based on Blockchain technology. Lota Digital has revolutionized the industry by creating a digital ecosystem where fishing boats trade directly with buyers, integrating government oversight, implementing digital auctions, and enhancing first-mile fish traceability in alignment with major international standards such as GS1, GDST, and the EU's farm-to-fork paradigms. Today, Bitcliq Technologies is expanding its innovation and technology, driven by the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), into new sectors and supply chains related to food security and quality. The company provides producers with well-designed digital tools, automates processes through AI, and promotes sustainability by enhancing digital inclusivity and business efficiency—all while increasing food transparency and positively influencing consumer behavior.