Startups
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.
Startups
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.
Startups
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.
Latam
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.
Latam
Tether Invests US$20M in Mercado Bitcoin to Accelerate Tokenization and On-Chain Finance
Mercado Bitcoin secures a US$20M investment from Tether to expand tokenization, blockchain payments, and on-chain financial services.
Startups
Brazilian Fintech Jota Secures US$30 Million to Expand AI-Powered Digital Banking
Jota raised US$30 million in a Series A round led by Haun Ventures to expand its AI-powered digital account for entrepreneurs.
Colombia
Dondo Launches AI E-commerce Platform in Colombia Backed by Global Investors
Dondo launches its AI-powered e-commerce platform in Colombia after raising nearly US$5 million and expanding across the US and UK.
Exits
Chilean Fintech Blanco Secures US$ 5.2M Seed Investment Led by Krealo
Blanco raises US$5.2 million in seed funding led by Krealo to expand its AI-powered factoring platform across Latin America.
Startups
Kikos Acquires Fitness Startup GuruPass as It Expands Across Latin America
Kikos acquires fitness startup GuruPass to expand its technology capabilities, enhance services, and support its growth across Latin America.
Events & Conferences
Startup World Cup El Salvador 2026 Opens Applications for Regional Startup Competition
Startup World Cup El Salvador will take place on July 28, 2026, bringing together startups, investors, and technology leaders. Applications are now open for founders seeking a place in the global final in Silicon Valley.
Colombia
Branddu AI secures US$300K pre-seed to expand its MerchTech platform across the Americas
Branddu AI launched following the merger of Branddu and Reno, secured a US$300,000 pre-seed investment from 500, and plans to expand its AI-powered MerchTech platform across Latin America and the United States.