In the face of current uncertainties, a promising horizon unfolds with signs of breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, energy, medicine, and transportation. Guided by Director General Daren Tang, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) remains resolute in its commitment to supporting all member states in nurturing growth through innovation. This dedication
Known for its vibrant entrepreneurial spirit and innovation, the startup ecosystem has garnered attention, especially in the technology and digital realms. Startups encounter distinctive challenges, yet the landscape offers substantial prospects for local and international expansion. To leverage these opportunities, startups must implement strategic growth approaches customized to their respective
CMI, Corporación Multi Inversiones (CMI), has established itself as a key actor in Central America's food security. With a history spanning over 100 years, the corporation operates in 16 countries through its two main Business Groups: Capital and Foods. The latter, focuses on the development of food and
Breast cancer, a leading cause of mortality among women worldwide, affects one in six women, totaling nearly two million cases. In Colombia, the numbers are equally alarming, with 15,509 new cases and 4,411 reported deaths in 2020, according to Globocan, an international cancer observatory. A Challenging Landscape Statistics
Pollo Campero, the iconic restaurant chain of Central American roots known for its delicious fried chicken, has marked yet another milestone in its U.S. expansion with the opening of a new location in Orlando, Florida. This launch not only reflects the brand's ongoing growth in the U.
Innovation is not confined to the private sector; it is also revolutionizing the public sector through initiatives such as 'govtech' and 'civictech'. These approaches aim to modernize administrations, improve efficiency, and strengthen the connection between governments and citizens. Notable companies in this ecosystem include ImpactE, Serimag,
Founded in 2017 by consultant Sebastián Chaparro, the fintech Self has undergone a remarkable evolution from being a simple algorithm based on artificial intelligence (AI) to becoming a sophisticated platform for managing various financial assets. Evolution towards Financial Vanguard Rodrigo Huerta, with a solid background in the financial sector, played
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Mexico City recently witnessed the second edition of the Oxford Founders Society Program, co-founded by Oxford University alumni Lucas Jacobelli and Morgane Bascle, held at the BBVA Tower. This initiative, pivotal in nurturing startups within emerging economies, garnered support from BBVA and key financial institutions. After the competition between
With a revolutionary approach, the Chilean platform Usplat, also known as Universal Sports Platform, has successfully established itself as a key tool in the sports domain. Founded in 2012 by athletics coach Jaime Wood, in collaboration with Tomás Prado and José Luis Rencoret, this web platform has evolved with the
The molecular agriculture company, Moolec, led by Gastón Paladini, has taken a bold step in the production of animal proteins by adding pig genes to soy seeds. This innovative approach aims to create meat-flavored proteins that can be cultivated directly in plants, challenging the conventional boundaries of agriculture and
Workplace well-being is a crucial element for any company to sustain itself over time and achieve its goals. A prime example of this is CMI, Corporación Multi Inversiones, which has been recognized by the prestigious Summa Magazine in its rankings of top employers in Central America and Guatemala. This
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Jose Kont is Managing Director of Cuantico, Venture Partner of Impacta VC and Member of the Central America Angel Fund Initiative, CAFI. Last year, over 3,200 venture capital-backed startups were shut down. Despite each raising an average of USD 8.5 million, it was not enough to survive