Chile's Top Startups to Watch for 2026 according to Cuantico VP

In the SaaS, fintech, healthtech, and retail verticals, Cuantico VP highlights a selection of startups that position Chile as a global benchmark for innovation and technology.

Plata’s $250M, Chile’s Deep Tech and Colombia’s Healthtech Surge

Summary October 16-31, 2025 The past two weeks in Latin America’s startup world have been marked by record-breaking deals, cross-border ambitions, and a growing appetite for disruptive technology. Mexico stood out with Plata’s stunning $250M raise, Ginia’s push to bridge students and employers with AI, and Jalisco’

Colombia's Top Startups to Watch for 2026 according to Cuantico VP

Colombia has established itself as one of the most dynamic startup ecosystems in Latin America. According to the Colombia Tech Report 2024–2025, the country has 2,126 active startups, representing a 24% growth compared to the previous year—three times faster than the regional average of 8%. Colombia currently

AI-Driven Unicorns and Brazil’s VC Comeback

Summary October 1-15, 2025 * Latin America's startup ecosystem demonstrated resilience in early October 2025, with total venture funding reaching $1B in Q3 2025, marking a 21% year-over-year increase according to Crunchbase. * Brazil regained its position as the region’s venture capital leader in Q3, attracting far more investment

Argentina's Top Startups to Watch for 2026 according to Cuantico VP

Argentina is experiencing a pivotal moment for innovation and venture capital. The startup ecosystem is showing signs of recovery and optimism after years of macroeconomic challenges, marked by the consolidation of early-stage investment, increasing professionalization, and the emergence of new verticals such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence, agtech, digital health, and

Cuantico VP Identifies Brazil’s Top Startups to Watch for 2026

Five Sectors Define the Technological Future of Latin America, driven by over USD 1.25 billion invested in Brazil in the first half of 2025, with clear trends towards AI, fintech, biotechnology, and health.

From Tijuana to Silicon Valley: Why Mexico Must Act Before Losing More Talent

Originally published in Forbes Mexico. The latest data from Silicon Valley Bank reveals a reality that Mexico can no longer afford to ignore: 59% of U.S. unicorns—companies valued at over one billion dollars—were founded by immigrant entrepreneurs, including Mexican talent. The narrative that Mexico lacks talent is

Mexico's Top Startups to Watch for 2026 according to Cuantico VP

Mexico City, September 29, 2025. In Mexico's dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem of 2025, these startups have captured Cuantico VP's attention for their transformative potential. Each company represents a unique opportunity to generate positive impact while building solid value propositions with experienced and committed teams. Mexico's

Venture Capital Isn’t Dead—It’s Restructuring

The venture capital industry in Latin America is undergoing a moment of profound transformation. Far from dead, as some predict, risk capital is experiencing a fundamental restructuring that is redefining the rules of the game. The current landscape reveals a fascinating paradox. While funds historically set themselves apart by spotting

In Q2 2025 Mexico surpasses Brazil in VC for the first time in over a decade

The second quarter of 2025 will be marked in the annals of Latin American entrepreneurship as an unusual moment in the regional venture capital geography. For the first time since 2012, Mexico surpassed Brazil as the main recipient of quarterly venture capital investment, strengthening its position as an entrepreneurial powerhouse

Investing in Venture Capital in Latin America: A Smart Bet for Visionary LPs

Latin America is a region that blends youth, digitalization, and immense economic potential with challenging structural realities. With a combined GDP of $6.4 trillion and technology adoption rates comparable to those of the United States and China (Atlantico, 2024), the region is poised for profound economic transformation. However, operating

From Capital to Return: Strategies to Unlock Liquidity in LatAm’s VC Industry

San Jose, California, USA – May 20, 2025. Unlocking liquidity and strengthening the investment markets for startups, venture capital, and innovation in Latin America is not only possible—it is urgent for accelerating the region’s economic development. However, achieving this requires coordination among multiple stakeholders and the implementation of complementary

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Del Capital al Retorno: Multiplicar Liquidez en la Industria VC de LatAm

San Jose California, EEUU. 20 de Mayo de 2025. Desbloquear la liquidez e impulsar los mercados de inversión en startups, venture capital e innovación en Latinoamérica no solo es posible, sino urgente para acelerar el desarrollo económico de la región. Sin embargo, lograrlo requiere la coordinación entre múltiples actores y

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Latin America Venture Capital Report 2025

The ecosystem faces liquidity challenges as investors adjust their strategies.

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DeepSeek and the Lesson of Frugality as a Competitive Advantage for Startups

Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach once said, “Being content with little is difficult; with much, impossible.” This reflection resonates unexpectedly with a pressing issue today: the turning point we are witnessing in artificial intelligence technologies. In recent days, DeepSeek has dominated global headlines by outperforming giants like OpenAI and Anthropic—at a

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Global IPO Opportunities for LATAM in 2025

In the global economic landscape, 2025 promises to be a defining year for Latin American startups aiming to establish themselves as key players in international markets. For many of these companies, initial public offerings (IPOs) present a viable strategy—not just to raise capital but also to gain visibility and

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El juego de los intangibles: cómo te ven los VCs

Acabas de terminar tu pitch, y sientes que lo hiciste genial. Te sientes bien. Al cerrar la sesión de Zoom o al salir de la sala de conferencias, probablemente piensas: ¿Qué estarán pensando los inversionistas en este momento? Déjanos levantar un poco el telón. Los inversionistas a los que acabas

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More IPOs in LATAM: A Viable and Strategic Path

In recent years, the dream of an initial public offering (IPO) has drifted farther away for thousands of startup founders, not just in Latin America but across the globe. Several factors have contributed to this reality, and as long as market exits remain scarce, venture capital in the region will

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A Decade of Growth: Venture Capital Trends in Mexico from 2015 to 2024

Mexico’s Venture Capital Industry Sees Steady Growth Amid Global Challenges, Reaches Nearly $10 Billion in Funding Over the Last Decade.

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Stability and Growth: Chile’s Venture Capital in a Post-Pandemic Perspective

Chile’s venture capital industry is one of the most advanced in Latin America 🇨🇱 . In 2023, the country secured USD 898 million in investments, reflecting a modest 12% decrease compared to the previous year. While this marks the largest dip during the global VC market’s adjustment phase, it is

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Venture Capital Outlook in Peru for 2024

2024 is shaping up to be a promising year for Venture Capital (VC) in Peru, backed by the trends seen in 2023 and market expectations. Despite a 43% decline in investment volume and a drop in equity investments in 2023, the growing interest from local investors and clear signs of

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Mexico Maintains Its Momentum in the Venture Capital Ecosystem

Mexico continues to stand out as one of the most active venture capital ecosystems in Latin America. In 2024, Mexican startups have raised over $1.14 billion across 73 funding rounds, with significant peaks in May and August, when they secured $285 million and $235 million, respectively. These months highlight

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Venture Capital in Latin America Shows Resilience in 2024 Despite Mid-Year Slowdown

The first half of 2024 saw a consistent outperformance of 2023’s venture capital activity in LATAM. However, as the second half began, July and August showed a deceleration, with year-over-year declines in funding volume. It’s important to highlight that both July and August of 2023 were exceptionally strong,

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Central America Venture Capital Report 2023

Latin America is rapidly emerging as a key player in the global Venture Capital landscape, with ecosystems such as São Paulo, Mexico City, and Santiago leading the trends. However, the question arises: what is the trajectory and future of Venture Capital in Central America? Despite a global slowdown in 2023,