AI Fest: It is necessary to build bridges between startups and investment funds in Latin America

AI Fest 2025 in Mexico City connected Latin America’s top AI startups with investors, highlighting the region’s growing potential to scale innovation through collaboration and capital.

Google supports 11 LatAm startups in AI Cybersecurity program

Google AI selects 11 Latin American startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: AI for Cybersecurity, a ten-week program supporting innovation in threat detection, data protection, and generative AI applications.

Jack Ma's Ant Group bets on Latin America with an investment in Mexican fintech R2

R2, the integrated lending platform, secures strategic backing from Ant International to expand AI-driven SME credit in Latin America, enhancing financial inclusion and access to capital.

AI Fest 2025 Connected Investors and Startups Driving the Future of Artificial Intelligence

AI Fest 2025 in Mexico City gathered over 1,000 leaders, investors, and founders, highlighting Latin America’s AI innovation, startup growth, and investment opportunities. Discover the key winners, trends, and strategies shaping the region’s tech ecosystem.

Zippi Raises USD$15.9M from Itaú and Verde Asset to Boost Credit for Small Businesses in Brazil

Brazilian fintech Zippi raises USD$15.9M from Itaú and Verde Asset to expand credit access, double lending, and invest in AI-driven financial services.

Picante backs young founders and tech startups in Uruguay

Picante is expanding its footprint in Latin America with its first investment in Uruguay. Beyond funding and mentorship, Picante is forging partnerships with universities, coworking spaces, and venture capital funds to create bridges for Uruguayan entrepreneurs across Latin America.

Welli raises USD$75 million with backing from Community Investment Management

Welli, the healthcare-focused financial platform, announced the closing of a USD$75 million structured debt round, fully funded by Community Investment Management (CIM).

Lastro Secures USD$15M Series A led by Prosus Ventures, to Empower Brokers Across Brazil

Lastro raises $15M Series A led by Prosus Ventures to transform Brazilian real estate with AI, WhatsApp automation, and smarter broker solutions.

Kayyak Ventures led a USD11M Series A+ Investment for Rankmi, Funding Bold AI-First Transformation

Rankmi celebrates 10 years with $11M in Series A extension, a rebrand, and an AI-First strategy to transform people management across Latin America.

Pagaleve Secures USD$ 30M round from OIF Ventures and Sun Hung Kai & Co

Pagaleve raises $160M to expand its BNPL services in Brazil, leveraging AI-powered risk management, low default rates, and innovative Pix installment solutions for over 5 million users.

REMTech Latam 2025: innovation meets real estate investment

REMTech Latam 2025 is transforming the commercial real estate industry in Latin America through proptech innovation, AI, sustainability, and investment opportunities that are shaping the future of smart buildings and digital property management.

Where is innovation headed in Colombia? These 12 startups have the answer

Colombia is shaping up as one of the most dynamic startup hubs in Latin America in 2026.