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Latin America AND Caribbean
Latin America AND Caribbean regional intelligence explains how companies, people, policy moves, network operations, investment signals, data centre demand, telecom execution, and market constraints shape infrastructure delivery in the same geographic market or governance area. The page connects public articles with evidence, regional actors, operating dependencies, market context, and customer or regulatory exposure that may otherwise sit across separate topic or company pages. Readers can compare who is active, which signals are backed by public evidence, how local execution risk connects to broader internet infrastructure strategy, and what changes may affect customers, partners, regulators, or capital planning. Search users can understand the geography, the relevant infrastructure sectors, the public evidence base, and the practical questions that make the regional page more useful than a short listing of articles.
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Latin American operator Orchest joins Connectbase with over 80 mln on-net buildings
Connectbase announced that a partnership with Orchest Technologies will provide automated reach to over 80 million locations across 33 countries throughout Latin America (LATAM) and the Caribbean for network sellers, buyers and channel partners using this platform. Connected…
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Neuralink’s first in-human brain implant experiences a problem
Neuralink implanted the device in a 29-year-old patient named Noland Arbaugh in January.Several threads have retracted from Arbaugh’s brain.
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Tinder’s dwindling ranks versus Hinge’s triumphant surge
Tinder’s paying user base drops to 10 million, down 9% from last year, as younger users shift towards long-term relationships. Meanwhile, Hinge’s paying user count climbs to 1.4 million, up 31% year over year, driven by its focus on meaningful connections.
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Telecom giant UFINET appoints Javier Lacasa as new executive president
Wholesale telecoms carrier UFINET has promoted COO Javier Lacasa, a company employee of 25 years, to Executive President. UFINET has also announced the promotion of Juan Carlos Naranjo, who was serving as Global CTO, to assume the role of COO. In turn, Robinson Gutierrez, current…
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Top tech news stories today: May 7, 2024
Stay ahead with today’s top tech news stories. Dive into the details of Microsoft’s ambitious carbon capture project, the role of AR in marketing with major backing from Mitsubishi, and exciting launches in smart glasses technology by Rokid. Fintech 1. Resilience launches new…
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SoftBank Group forms partnership with Alat to pioneer industrial robots
SoftBank Group partners with Alat to revolutionise Saudi Arabia’s manufacturing with a US$150M joint venture in advanced robotics.
Regional ISP
What is an Internet Exchange point?
The IXP is the essential technical infrastructure where the network connects and exchanges Internet traffic.
Companies
LACNIC migrates to new RPKI system
LACNIC’s April migration to a new RPKI system promises stability, incorporating IETF standards and open-source tech.
Companies
Migration to LACNIC’s new RPKI system
In April, LACNIC will migrate to the new RPKI resource authentication system, which has already reached a 50% adoption rate in IPv4 and nearly 40% in IPv6. The new RPKI system LACNIC’s new RPKI system will be operational during the week of 15 to 22 April and will incorporate the…
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Brazil’s court judge opens inquiry into Elon Musk
Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has opened an inquiry into Elon Musk for his refusal of the order to block certain accounts.
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GLAAD report says Meta allows anti-trans hate to ‘flourish’ on its platforms
GLAAD’s report exposes Meta’s failure to curb anti-transgender posts, raising concerns over LGBTQ+ safety on its platforms.
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Meta wins appeal of the court order to stop using its name in Brazil
According to Reuters, Facebook-parent Meta, on Friday won an appeal overturning a previous court ruling that barred it from using its name in Brazil due to confusion with another company. The process The Barueri-based firm Meta Services, which registered its brand in the late…
Companies
LACNIC’s webinar on critical Internet infrastructure program
The rapid development of the Internet in Latin America and the Caribbean naturally comes with increased risks. Thus, LACNIC’s work to develop and protect Internet infrastructure is key to maintain the stability of Internet connection in the region. On February 28th, Lacnic will…
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Court orders Meta to stop using name in Brazil
Meta faces legal trouble in Brazil over its name, ordered to cease using “Meta” due to trademark dispute with local consultancy.
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Argentina’s Milei seeks a Big Tech link-up via Tinder
Argentina President Milei continues his economic overhaul, reaching out to Tinder for support, with plans for a technology summit.
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Icon of the Seas: World’s largest cruise ship raises methane concerns
The world’s largest cruise ship Icon of the Seas embarked on its highly anticipated maiden voyage from Miami, Florida. The 365m-long (1,197 ft) monster can house a maximum of 7,600 people across its 20 decks. While the vessel’s impressive features and luxurious amenities attract…
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news: Brazil’s Petrobras powers up: Embracing renewables
Brazil’s state-run oil firm, Petrobras, plans to invest in domestic onshore wind and solar projects, marking a significant shift towards green energy under the current president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s administration. Petrobras’ transition to renewable energy Brazil’s…
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Want to interview a dead guy? AI dubbing makes it possible, but not everyone’s a fan
The intersection of AI voices and traditional methods in the entertainment industry has sparked a huge debate about the future of dubbing.