Arnaud - Scenius LATAM
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Writing about Startups & VCs in Latin America | Venture Partner at Zenani Capital | Newsletter -> https://sceniusmexico.substack.com/
The startup will enter Chile, Colombia, and Peru in 2025, with plans to launch in Brazil by 2026.
March 31, 2025 at 4:46 PM
The startup will enter Chile, Colombia, and Peru in 2025, with plans to launch in Brazil by 2026.
With major clients such as Mercado Libre, FEMSA, and McDonald’s already onboard, Mendel plans to use the new funding to further enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities, refine its travel module, and expand its presence across Latin America.
March 31, 2025 at 4:46 PM
With major clients such as Mercado Libre, FEMSA, and McDonald’s already onboard, Mendel plans to use the new funding to further enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities, refine its travel module, and expand its presence across Latin America.
Yuno, founded in 2022 by former Rappi employees, enables businesses to access over 1,000 payment methods through a single integration and operates in more than 50 countries.
March 8, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Yuno, founded in 2022 by former Rappi employees, enables businesses to access over 1,000 payment methods through a single integration and operates in more than 50 countries.
Partnering with Invest Qatar, the company will develop localized payment solutions and tap into the region’s rapidly growing e-commerce market.
The move aligns with Qatar’s national strategy to diversify its economy through fintech innovation.
The move aligns with Qatar’s national strategy to diversify its economy through fintech innovation.
March 8, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Partnering with Invest Qatar, the company will develop localized payment solutions and tap into the region’s rapidly growing e-commerce market.
The move aligns with Qatar’s national strategy to diversify its economy through fintech innovation.
The move aligns with Qatar’s national strategy to diversify its economy through fintech innovation.
The startup’s technology streamlines e-commerce by handling customer interactions, product recommendations, payments, and deliveries without human intervention.
Founded in 2023, Yavendió has helped over 100 brands in Mexico and Peru boost sales by 30% while reducing operational costs by 80%.
Founded in 2023, Yavendió has helped over 100 brands in Mexico and Peru boost sales by 30% while reducing operational costs by 80%.
March 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The startup’s technology streamlines e-commerce by handling customer interactions, product recommendations, payments, and deliveries without human intervention.
Founded in 2023, Yavendió has helped over 100 brands in Mexico and Peru boost sales by 30% while reducing operational costs by 80%.
Founded in 2023, Yavendió has helped over 100 brands in Mexico and Peru boost sales by 30% while reducing operational costs by 80%.
With strong track records in impact investing, both organizations aim to bridge the early-stage funding gap by providing capital, mentorship, and strategic connections to help startups grow and drive sustainable change in the region.
March 3, 2025 at 6:54 PM
With strong track records in impact investing, both organizations aim to bridge the early-stage funding gap by providing capital, mentorship, and strategic connections to help startups grow and drive sustainable change in the region.
Targeting sectors like education, health, financial inclusion, and climate tech, the fund will offer investments between US$100,000 and US$300,000, prioritizing scalable tech-driven businesses.
March 3, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Targeting sectors like education, health, financial inclusion, and climate tech, the fund will offer investments between US$100,000 and US$300,000, prioritizing scalable tech-driven businesses.
With over 3,500 drivers already financed, more than 50% choosing electric solutions, and strategic backing from investors like Riverstone and Orion Infrastructure Partners, VEMO aims to accelerate sustainable mobility while improving financial accessibility for drivers across Mexico.
February 24, 2025 at 3:29 PM
With over 3,500 drivers already financed, more than 50% choosing electric solutions, and strategic backing from investors like Riverstone and Orion Infrastructure Partners, VEMO aims to accelerate sustainable mobility while improving financial accessibility for drivers across Mexico.
VEMO Impulso offers access to Mexico’s largest public EV charging network, specialized workshops, advanced telemetry, and performance-based incentives.
February 24, 2025 at 3:29 PM
VEMO Impulso offers access to Mexico’s largest public EV charging network, specialized workshops, advanced telemetry, and performance-based incentives.
This funding will support its vehicle leasing program, allowing independent mobility platform drivers to own electric vehicles through flexible financing options.
February 24, 2025 at 3:29 PM
This funding will support its vehicle leasing program, allowing independent mobility platform drivers to own electric vehicles through flexible financing options.
This major investment is expected to strengthen Venezuela's telecommunications infrastructure and provide a better user experience across both 4G and 5G networks.
February 16, 2025 at 1:14 AM
This major investment is expected to strengthen Venezuela's telecommunications infrastructure and provide a better user experience across both 4G and 5G networks.
The rollout includes the installation of 805 nodes across the country, aiming to achieve near-national coverage and significantly improve connectivity, speed, and stability, particularly in urban and densely populated areas.
February 16, 2025 at 1:14 AM
The rollout includes the installation of 805 nodes across the country, aiming to achieve near-national coverage and significantly improve connectivity, speed, and stability, particularly in urban and densely populated areas.
It is worth noting that Nvio is authorized as an Electronic Payments Institution in Mexico, suggesting that BYX Capital may leverage this license to enter the Mexican market and expand its footprint beyond Brazil.
February 15, 2025 at 2:48 AM
It is worth noting that Nvio is authorized as an Electronic Payments Institution in Mexico, suggesting that BYX Capital may leverage this license to enter the Mexican market and expand its footprint beyond Brazil.
The company is now diversifying into collateralized credit, including home equity, vehicle financing, and receivables-backed loans, offering lower interest rates due to reduced risk.
February 15, 2025 at 2:48 AM
The company is now diversifying into collateralized credit, including home equity, vehicle financing, and receivables-backed loans, offering lower interest rates due to reduced risk.
As part of Nubank's strategy to expand its ecosystem, NuCel is expected to eventually enter the Colombian market, further diversifying its offerings.
February 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
As part of Nubank's strategy to expand its ecosystem, NuCel is expected to eventually enter the Colombian market, further diversifying its offerings.
Fully integrated into the Nubank app and initially available in Brazil for eSIM-compatible devices, the service provides unlimited calls, free WhatsApp data, and exclusive app benefits with automatic credit card billing.
February 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Fully integrated into the Nubank app and initially available in Brazil for eSIM-compatible devices, the service provides unlimited calls, free WhatsApp data, and exclusive app benefits with automatic credit card billing.
Pablo Guzzi, Ualá’s Chief Data & Analytics Officer, stated that this collaboration marks a significant milestone in delivering superior service.
Initially available in Argentina, the platform will soon expand to Mexico and Colombia, with proactive support capabilities integrated into the Ualá app.
Initially available in Argentina, the platform will soon expand to Mexico and Colombia, with proactive support capabilities integrated into the Ualá app.
February 13, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Pablo Guzzi, Ualá’s Chief Data & Analytics Officer, stated that this collaboration marks a significant milestone in delivering superior service.
Initially available in Argentina, the platform will soon expand to Mexico and Colombia, with proactive support capabilities integrated into the Ualá app.
Initially available in Argentina, the platform will soon expand to Mexico and Colombia, with proactive support capabilities integrated into the Ualá app.