China’s Rapid Expansion in Latin America Targets Space

China’s interest in extreme sectors such as space is expanding. In January 2025, Beijing announced plans to build a one-kilometer-wide solar power station in geostationary orbit above Earth, to produce so-called space-based solar power, using solar …

Toku Raises $48 Million to Expand AR Automation Platform in Latin America

Toku has raised $48 million in a Series A funding round for its accounts receivable (AR) software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform focused on mid-market to enterprise businesses in Mexico, Brazil and Chile. The company will use the new funding to double down …

This Week in FinTech: From Latin America to Africa, Funding Focuses on B2B and Platforms

Highlights Despite economic uncertainties, VC and private equity investment in FinTech is showing signs of recovery — at least as seen through several recent announcements. Current funding trends indicate a strong focus on B2B FinTech solutions and …

EC Markets Consolidates its Global Footprint, Expanding into Asia, Africa & Latin America

In a decisive series of strategic choices, EC Markets unequivocally reaffirms its commitment to the global financial arena, demonstrating resolute determination in both its expansion and the further consolidation of its presence across the markets of Asia, …

Is China’s space collaboration with Latin America under threat as the US asserts power?

US pork exports surge in Latin America - USMEF

Mexico tops $200 million for 8th straight month Although February pork exports to leading market Mexico saw a slight year-over-year decline in volume (93,178 mt, down 1%), value still climbed 7% to $202.6 million – the eighth consecutive month in which …

Catholic Processions Mark Good Friday Throughout Latin America

Catholics across Latin America are observing this year’s Good Friday by participating in numerous processions and activities, honoring their respective countries’ Catholic traditions, some of which stand out as unique among themselves. Latin America is …

China Accuses US of Interfering in Its Latin America Ties

The United States is increasingly interfering in China's relations with Chile, seeking to restrict Beijing's access to resources in the minerals-rich Latin American nation and pressuring it to curtail space cooperation with China, the Chinese …

Toku Raises $48 Million Series A to Expand Accounts Receivable SaaS Across Latin America

Toku, an account receivable SaaS platform, announced today that it has raised $48 million in Series A funding, bringing its total funding to $55 million. With this fundraise, Toku and CEO Cristina Etcheberry have raised the largest Series A by a female …

Fintech Belvo Reports $15M in New Funding to Enable Open Finance Growth in Latin America

Belvo has reportedly secured $15 million in new round of funding to power the next phase of Open Finance growth in Latin America. The investment round included participation from new investors Quona Capital and existing ones Kaszek, Kibo Ventures, Future …