TecPrize 2026 Celebrates AI Innovation in Skills Development Across Latin America

TecPrize 2026 awards three AI-driven startups advancing workforce skills and educational innovation across Latin America.

Refurbi Raises US$4M to Expand Circular Tech Model into Mexico, led by Latin Leap

Refurbi raises a US$4M seed extension to expand its circular economy model into Mexico, strengthening refurbished device access and digital inclusion across Latin America.

Nagro secures US$ 9.5M Series B round led by Rabo Partnerships and Itaú Ventures

Nagro raises US$ 9.5 millio in the first tranche of its Series B round led by Rabo Partnerships, with Itaú Ventures participating, to strengthen AI, data, and credit infrastructure in Brazilian agribusiness.

GL Ventures Backs Dealism with US$15M to Transform Conversational Sales with AI

Dealism raises US$15 million to expand its AI-powered conversational sales platform, automating negotiations on WhatsApp and Instagram with its “vibe selling” agent.

Argentinian Startup Pomelo Secures US$55M Series C to Power Global Payments Innovation

Pomelo raises $55M in Series C funding to expand its fintech infrastructure across Latin America and launch global payment solutions powered by stablecoins and AI.

BTG and Capitânia Back CashU with US$22.5 Million to Expand SME Credit Through AI

CashU raises US$22.5 million to scale its SME lending platform using intra-chain credit intelligence and AI-powered risk models.

Banco Macro Takes 50% of Personal Pay to Boost Digital Finance

Banco Macro acquired 50% of Personal Pay in a US$75M deal with Telecom Argentina, strengthening Argentina’s fintech ecosystem and accelerating digital banking.

Monet Closes US$ 24M Series A backed by Ventures Comfama, Transforming Access to Credit in Colombia

Monet raises US$ 24 million in a Series A round to expand financial inclusion in Colombia through small-ticket loans and advanced risk assessment technology.

Tipti Hits US$ 102M in Revenue and Sets a New Standard for E-Commerce in Ecuador

Tipti has become Ecuador’s fastest-growing e-commerce platform, reaching USD 102 million in revenue by 2025 while driving innovation, talent development, and inclusion.

Grupo Omni Bets on Jüsto’s Comeback with US$100M and New Management

Grupo Omni acquires Jüsto and plans a US$100M relaunch without its founder, aiming to restructure the failed quick commerce model and revive operations in Mexico.

Canopy Makes First Acquisition with Solus Deal in Brazilian Healthtech

Canopy completes its first acquisition by purchasing Solus, a Brazilian health software provider, marking the debut of its consolidation strategy in the healthcare sector.

Skyone Receives Series C Backing from Advent International to Scale its Cloud and Software Platform

Skyone, a leading Brazilian software company specializing in cloud computing, data, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), has secured a strategic investment from Advent International