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Failures in MEO, Vodafone and DIGI networks affect internet access across the country

SIC Notícias14 September 2026 at 18:56

Failures in the networks of MEO, Vodafone and DIGI affected internet access across the country during the afternoon of this Monday. Several users reported problems accessing the internet and other telecommunications services. All three operators were hit by these technical failures. At the time of writing the news, none of the affected operators had announced any failure or interruption in their services, and the cause of the failures had not been explained.

Why this matters

Readers who depend on these services for remote work, communication or online transactions may have been without access for several hours. The lack of official communication from the operators generates uncertainty and frustration, especially in situations of critical dependence on telecommunications services. This incident highlights the vulnerability of digital infrastructure and the need for greater transparency from companies in the sector.

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