Latam
NASA recognizes Wizor, the Argentine startup reaching for space
Argentine startup Wizor gains global recognition from NASA for its space mission simulator, highlighting Latin America’s potential in deep-tech and space innovation.
Artificial Intelligence
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.
Startups
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.
Latam
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.
Startups
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).
Startups
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.
Startups
Kayyak Ventures led a USD11M Series A+ Investment for Rankmi, Funding Bold AI-First Transformation
Rankmi celebrates 10 years with $11M in Series A extension, a rebrand, and an AI-First strategy to transform people management across Latin America.
Startups
Pagaleve Secures USD$ 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.
Startups
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.
Startups
Legaltech startup Magnar AI secures USD$300K for regional expansion
Chilean legaltech Magnar AI raises $300K to expand its AI-powered platform for lawyers across Latin America, backed by top startup investors.
Startups
Siigo acquires renowned media outlet in Colombia
Siigo acquires Actualícese in Colombia, combining software and accounting content to strengthen its services for SMEs and accountants.
Startups
Brazilian startup Agent.Shop secures USD$1M to grow its AI retail tech
Agent.Shop raises $1M led by MAYA Capital, Caravela, and Mira Capital to expand its AI conversational commerce platform and scale across Brazil and beyond.