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Cloud Service trend intelligence tracks cloud computing market trends, AI infrastructure demand, hybrid cloud adoption, edge deployment, platform competition, and data centre capacity pressure in Latin America and the Caribbean, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market. The category connects company movement, public policy context, infrastructure reports, procurement signals, customer demand, service continuity, regional constraints, investment timing, and exposed organisations so readers can understand why a trend matters before it becomes a larger market story. Readers comparing cloud service market direction can use this page to evaluate confirmed evidence, regional execution risk, competitive positioning, governance exposure, capital pressure, and the institutions or companies most exposed to the shift across Latin American and Caribbean internet infrastructure markets. It is written for operators, investors, analysts, buyers, and policy readers who need a practical view of where the market is moving, which signals are durable, what evidence confirms the movement, and which infrastructure decisions may change planning assumptions over the next cycle.

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Costa Rica cyberattack underscores need for regional cybersecurity reviewed editorial image

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Costa Rica cyberattack underscores need for regional cybersecurity

What happened Costa Rica faced a series of cyberattacks that disrupted critical services such as healthcare and payroll in April 2022. As a result, the country declared a national emergency—the first of its kind in Latin America. The incident showed the urgent need for stronger…

Nov 22, 2024
Chainlink consortium joins Drex pilot for trade finance in Brazil reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Chainlink consortium joins Drex pilot for trade finance in Brazil

What happened Brazil’s central bank is advancing its digital currency project, Drex, with a new trade finance pilot led by a consortium of major tech and financial players. The initiative includes Banco Inter, Microsoft Brazil, 7COMm, and blockchain firm Chainlink, which will…

Nov 22, 2024
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ODATA invests $1.3B to construct two new data centres in Colombia

What happened ODATA will invest $1.3 billion to build two new data centers to meet the surging demand for high-capacity facilities from AI and cloud providers. The two new expansion plans are named DC BG02 and DC BG03. DC BG02 is in the Zona Franca de Occidente in Mosquera, while…

Nov 6, 2024
X faces additional $1.9M fine to end ban in Brazil source-backed briefing visual

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X faces additional $1.9M fine to end ban in Brazil

X faces a $1.9 million fine in Brazil to lift the ban and resume operations, with Starlink required to drop its appeal.

Oct 1, 2024
Brazil’s top court orders X to pay fines before resuming operations reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Brazil’s top court orders X to pay fines before resuming operations

Brazil’s Supreme Court mandates social media platform X to pay $3.4 million in fines before resuming operations, adding a new $1.8 million penalty for briefly reappearing in the market.

Oct 1, 2024
Top tech news stories today: September 27, 2024 reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Top tech news stories today: September 27, 2024

IT infrastructure 1. X asks Brazil’s top court to allow it to resume services, source says Elon Musk-owned social media platform X has requested that Brazil’s Supreme Court allow it to resume service in the country, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said on Thursday.…

Sep 27, 2024
Google makes first purchase of nature-based carbon credits from Brazilian startup reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Google makes first purchase of nature-based carbon credits from Brazilian startup

OUR TAKEGoogle’s purchase of nature-based carbon credits signals growing corporate interest in natural solutions like reforestation to combat climate change, expanding beyond engineered carbon removal methods.–Jennifer Yu, BTW reporter What happened Google has agreed to buy…

Sep 20, 2024
Brazil top court lifts Starlink, X bank account freeze after $3M transfer reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Brazil top court lifts Starlink, X bank account freeze after $3M transfer

Brazil top court lifted the freeze on bank accounts of Starlink and X, but X still faces uncertainty and potential legal action.

Sep 16, 2024
Amazon’s AWS to invest $1.8B in Brazil through 2034 reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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 Paulo, AWS aims to meet the rising demand for cloud services and AI capabilities, enhancing its regional presence. This…

Sep 12, 2024
Brazil’s Supreme Court orders the suspension of X reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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.

Sep 2, 2024
MercadoLibre slams Argentine banks for ‘cartel’ tactics reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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 it started as an e-commerce platform, its payments and financial services segment has grown to account for more than 40% of…

Aug 27, 2024
Top tech news stories today: August 22, 2024 reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Top tech news stories today: August 22, 2024

Fintech 1. MercadoLibre’s fintech launches its own dollar-backed ‘stablecoin’ in Brazil MercadoLibre’s fintech division, Mercado Pago, just unveiled its dollar-backed stablecoin, Meli Dolar, in Brazil to offer more stability to users. (Finimize) IT infrastructure 2. UK watchdog…

Aug 22, 2024
Nokia and TIM Brazil team up for 5G expansion reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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.

Aug 20, 2024
Nokia and TIM partner to expand 5G coverage in Brazil by 2025 reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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 step in digital infrastructure. This partnership supports economic growth by improving connectivity and positioning TIM as…

Aug 20, 2024
X ceases operations in Brazil amid ‘censorship’ accusations reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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.

Aug 19, 2024
Liberty Latin America and Millicom to merge Costa Rica operations reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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 capabilities. This will support accelerated technological advancements, network expansion, and service improvements…

Aug 5, 2024
AI could lead to the elimination of up to 5% of jobs in Latin America reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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 exacerbating existing inequalities due to digital gaps in the region. Governments and organisations need to focus on bridging…

Aug 1, 2024
Uber and BYD partner to bring EVs to the global ride-hailing market reviewed editorial briefing visual

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Uber and BYD partner to bring EVs to the global ride-hailing market

Uber and Chinese automaker BYD have announced a multi-year partnership to introduce 100,000 new electric vehicles, starting in Europe and Latin America.

Aug 1, 2024
AI automation affects job prospects in Latin America reviewed editorial briefing visual

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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 that face the threat of automation by AI, especially for women and young workers. The report also notes that despite this…

Aug 1, 2024
Proton VPN reports 4000% spike in Venezuelan users source-backed briefing visual

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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 underscores the vital role VPNs play in circumventing censorship and accessing unrestricted information.— Zoey Zhu, BTW reporter What…

Aug 1, 2024