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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. BTW.MEDIA uses this route to connect public articles with source-backed evidence, regional actors, operating dependencies, and watchpoints that may otherwise sit across separate topic or company pages. The page gives readers a regional research layer for comparing 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.
Cloud Service
SoftBank and Nokia unite for AI-powered future
The collaboration between SoftBank and Nokia marks a pivotal step toward the future of telecommunications.
Case File
Amazon’s AWS to invest $1.8B in Brazil through 2034
OUR TAKEAWS’s $1.8 billion investment in Brazil’s data centre infrastructure marks a significant boost for the country’s tech landscape. By expanding in São …
Datacenter
US set to propose remedies for Google search monopoly by December
The U.S. Department of Justice will propose remedies by December to address Google’s illegal monopolisation of the online search market, potentially includin…
Institutional
Google limits on android auto access may breach EU rules
Google’s refusal to allow an electric car app developed by Enel to access its Android Auto platform may violate competition rules.
Case File
Meta to inform Brazilian users about AI data use
OUR TAKEMeta’s decision to inform users and provide an opt-out option demonstrates a commitment to transparency and compliance with Brazil’s data protection …
Case File
U.S. stocks tumble as September starts, AI confidence wanes
Wall Street experienced a notable decline on Tuesday as major indices endured their sharpest single-day drops since early August.
Institutional
Starlink backtracks, complies with order blocking X in Brazil, says regulator
OUR TAKEElon Musk’s Starlink has agreed to comply with a Brazilian Supreme Court order to block access to Musk’s social media platform, X, in Brazil. The dec…
National Telecom
Brazil’s Supreme Court orders the suspension of X
A Supreme Court justice in Brazil has ordered the immediate nationwide suspension of social media platform X.
Case File
MercadoLibre slams Argentine banks for ‘cartel’ tactics
OUR TAKE Founded in 1999, MercadoLibre is currently the most valuable public company in Latin America with a market capitalisation of $101.4 billion. While i…
Leaders
MercadoLibre’s fintech division launches dollar-backed stablecoin Meli Dolar
Mercado Pago launched Meli Dolar, a dollar-backed stablecoin, marking a development in the digital currency market.
Case File
Nokia and TIM Brazil team up for 5G expansion
Nokia will supply TIM Brazil with advanced 5G equipment to enhance radio access network coverage in 15 states.
Cloud Service
Nokia and TIM partner to expand 5G coverage in Brazil by 2025
OUR TAKE Nokia’s deal with TIM Brasil boosts 5G access across Brazil, enhancing network reach and capacity. The use of AirScale technology signifies a major …
Case File
X ceases operations in Brazil amid ‘censorship’ accusations
X is shutting down in Brazil following censorship threats from the top judge. X has shared the judge’s orders in protest.
Case File
ByteDance reportedly pursues $5B loan refinancing
ByteDance is actively in talks with relevant financial institutions in anticipation of refinancing its existing $5bn loan for three years. According to past …
National Telecom
NETCOM S.A.: leading communication solutions in central America
NETCOM S.A. is a prominent telecommunications business group headquartered in Panama, with a significant operational presence in Costa Rica. With a strong fo…
Case File
Liberty Latin America and Millicom to merge Costa Rica operations
OUR TAKE The merger of Liberty Latin America and Millicom’s operations in Costa Rica creates a stronger, more competitive entity with substantial investment …
Institutional
AI could lead to the elimination of up to 5% of jobs in Latin America
OUR TAKEThe adoption of AI in Latin America could lead to a mixed outcome, with potential benefits in productivity and economic growth but also risks of exac…
ICANN
AI automation affects job prospects in Latin America
OUR TAKEA new report by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the World Bank highlights the proportion of jobs in Latin America and the Caribbean t…
Case File
Proton VPN reports 4000% spike in Venezuelan users
OUR TAKEThe surge in VPN sign-ups in Venezuela reflects heightened concerns over internet freedom following the presidential elections. This trend underscore…
Case File
Tinder parent Match cuts 6% of staff amid investor pressure
OUR TAKEMatch Group plans to lay off 6% of its workforce and discontinue live-streaming services as it faces pressure from investors and a decline in paying …