Startups
MILA Stories Raises US$800K to Build AI-Powered Memory Tech Through WhatsApp
MILA Stories is using AI and WhatsApp to transform conversations into collaborative stories after raising a US$800K pre-seed round.
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Google Bets on Brazilian Startups with Accelerator and New AI Investment Fund
Google says Brazil has become a source of innovation, expanding support through its Accelerator program and a new AI-focused investment fund.
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David Vélez and Robin Vince Join OpenAI Boards as AI Company Expands Global Leadership
OpenAI has appointed Nubank CEO David Vélez and BNY CEO Robin Vince to its boards, strengthening governance, global leadership and corporate oversight.
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Quick Soft Expands Through RGBtec Acquisition as Digital Duplicates Market Grows
Quick Soft has acquired RGBtec, its second acquisition in under 60 days, reinforcing its position in Brazil's receivables technology market.
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Infobip Strengthens Enterprise Email Services with SocketLabs Acquisition
Infobip has acquired SocketLabs to strengthen its AI-first communications platform with advanced email infrastructure and deliverability capabilities.
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RecebeAqui Buys Kolek to Build Multi-Vertical Fintech Holding
Kolek has been acquired by RecebeAqui, forming a new fintech holding focused on expanding payment solutions across multiple industries.
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Núclea Acquires Data Rudder to Boost AML and Fraud Prevention Services
Núclea announced the acquisition of Data Rudder to expand its fraud prevention and AML capabilities, pending approval from Brazil's Central Bank.
Startups
Brendi Lands US$6.6M Led by Propel Ventures to Transform Restaurant Ordering
Brendi raises US$ 6.6 million to expand its AI-powered WhatsApp ordering platform, helping restaurants reduce reliance on delivery marketplaces.
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QI Tech Acquires Autobanking to Enter Brazil’s Auto Financing Market
QI Tech acquires Autobanking to enter Brazil's vehicle financing market, aiming to scale its lending infrastructure and accelerate growth.
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Conta Cheia Lands US$9.8 M Investment to Grow B2B Payroll Lending Business
Conta Cheia raises approximately US$9.8 million to expand its payroll lending platform and provide more accessible credit to Brazilian workers.
Mexico
Four Media for Equity Players Driving the Future of Startups in Mexico
Four Media for Equity firms are reshaping Mexico's startup ecosystem by exchanging media exposure for equity and helping founders scale faster.
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Citigroup Prioritizes Institutional Clients as Brazil Becomes Regional Growth Hub
Citigroup strengthens its wholesale banking strategy in Latin America, focusing on Brazil, corporate finance, treasury, and wealth management.