Jack Dorsey-Backs Gridless, Which Utilizes Volcanic Power for Bitcoin Mining in Kenya
Harnessing geothermal energy from an extinct volcano, Gridless pioneers sustainable Bitcoin mining, supporting local communities with essential electricity.
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Chilean Pannex Therapeutics Cuts Breast Cancer Metastasis by 90%
New drugs inhibit tumor growth by up to 80%, targeting hard-to-treat TNBC, which comprises 10-15% of breast cancer cases globally.
Colombian Senate Amends Pension Bill, Boosts Fund Managers’ Fees by $750M
The amendment allows private funds to charge up to 0.7% on assets, affecting 405 trillion pesos managed across 19 million accounts.
BusUp Introduces AI Tool to Optimize Routes, Eyes €100M by 2026
Enhancing mobility with AI, BusUp aims to optimize travel efficiency for corporate clients, supported by Next Generation EU funds.
Lolocar Acquires OlaCar, Expands Car Rental Services to Uruguay
Chile's Lolocar integrates Uruguay's OlaCar, aiming for rapid growth in peer-to-peer carsharing across Latin America.
Zippedi and SMU Ink Deal to Deploy Robots in Unimarc Supermarkets
Starting in 2024, Chilean startup Zippedi's robots will be operational in six Unimarc stores, marking the company's expansion into its sixth country: Japan.
Ynsat Launches Satellite Data Analysis SaaS Platform
Spanish startup Ynsat has developed a web-based platform that simplifies satellite data processing, enabling rapid analysis and application across various industries.
Applications Open for Impacta VC’s Fundraising Strategy Program 2024
Impacta VC invites Latin American social impact startups to apply for the third annual Impacta Fundraising Strategy Program, aiming to master fundraising skills.
BBVA Spark Doubles Financing Commitment to Tuhabi to $48 Million
Tuhabi receives a significant increase in funding from BBVA Spark to boost its real estate technology operations in Mexico.
Mendoza-Based Rentennials Eyes Expansion with $250K Funding Round
Rentennials aims to reshape urban mobility by promoting car sharing and expanding its operations in Argentina and internationally.