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Brazil Expands Free and Accessible Technology Education with New Programs in Campina Grande and Chapada dos Guimarães
Brazil boosts free technology education with 350 SECTI course spots in Campina Grande and a new UFMT bachelor's in Science and Technology in Chapada dos Guimarães.
Hybrid Satellite-Cellular IoT Technology Revolutionizes Tracking Across 80% of Brazil
Brazil's regulatory approval of hybrid satellite-cellular IoT devices is set to revolutionize tracking coverage for 80% of the country lacking cellular signals, impacting key industries such as agriculture.
Brazil Expands Opportunities for Women and Girls in Science and Technology in 2026
Brazil advances female participation in STEM with registration open for the Programa Futuras Cientistas and inspiring workshops highlighting women's scientific achievements.
Brazilian Students Showcase Innovation in Regional Science and Technology Fairs
Science and technology fairs across Mato Grosso do Sul and São Paulo highlight student innovation, including a prize-winning AI platform for agriculture.
Brazilian Public School Students Launch EduSat Nanosatellites to Address Local Challenges
Brazilian public school students launched two nanosatellites designed to tackle local problems in Sorocaba and Fortaleza as part of an educational space technology project.
SESI Robotics Competitions Propel Brazilian Youth Toward STEM Careers
SESI's decade-long robotics competitions have engaged thousands of Brazilian students, fostering STEM skills and leading many to pursue science and technology careers, with new initiatives expanding access and impact.
Brazilian Judiciary and Tech Giants Boost Child Safety on Digital Platforms
Brazil enforces stricter child safety measures on Discord through a court order and introduces new parental controls on WhatsApp to protect minors online.
Brazil Advances Science and Innovation through Key Events in the 23rd National Science and Technology Week
Brazil’s 23rd National Science and Technology Week features key events by IPASI and UFU promoting research, innovation, and inclusion in STEM.
President Lula Champions Portuguese-Language AI and National Supercomputing Investment
President Lula pledges to develop Brazilian AI that communicates in Portuguese and announces major investments in national supercomputers to advance technological independence.
Municipal Councils Advance Science and Innovation in Brazil: Porto Alegre Celebrates 30 Years and Balneário Camboriú Begins Its Plan
Porto Alegre's science council marks 30 years of fostering innovation while Balneário Camboriú begins drafting its first municipal science and technology plan focused on digital government, education, innovation, and smart tourism.
Brazil's Renewable Energy Advantage Poised to Boost Data Center Industry Amid AI Expansion
Brazil’s renewable energy strengths position it for growth in AI-driven data centers, but tax and regulatory barriers threaten to slow investment.
Brazil Faces STEM Challenges Amid Push for Innovation at Macaé Summit 2026
Brazil grapples with STEM education deficits and talent loss, while events like Macaé Summit 2026 promote science and technology culture to boost innovation.
Brazilian Congress on Quantum Sciences and Technologies 2026 Launches in Niterói's Cantareira Innovation District
The Brazilian Congress on Quantum Sciences and Technologies 2026 opens in Niterói, uniting global experts to advance quantum computing innovation at the Cantareira Innovation District.
Positivo Servers & Solutions Doubles Server Business Amid Growing Demand and ReData Incentives
Positivo Servers & Solutions reports a 107% growth in server business driven by hybrid cloud and AI demand, anticipating benefits from the upcoming ReData tax incentive program for data centers.
Brazil Advances Innovation with RMC Deep Tech Valley and Enhanced Academia-Business Collaboration
Brazil's regions are advancing key initiatives like the RMC Deep Tech Valley and Espírito Santo's PCTI-ES to enhance collaboration between academia and industry, fostering technological innovation and economic development.
New Science & Technology Pole Opens in Feira de Santana Amid Startup Challenges in Scientific Innovation
Feira de Santana opens its first Science and Technology Pole offering free courses, while startups in Rio Grande do Norte tackle the challenges of turning scientific research into sustainable businesses.
Bahia Emerges as a Key Hub in Brazil's Technological and Scientific Advancement
Bahia is strengthening its technological role in Brazil through major investments, institutional collaborations, and new science infrastructure, highlighted by significant government support and local initiatives.
Brazil Enacts Law 15.504 to Boost Data Centers and AI Investment with Tax Incentives
Brazil enacts Law 15.504, offering tax incentives to attract data centers and AI investments, aiming to boost domestic data infrastructure and reduce reliance on foreign storage.
Brazilian Municipalities and Ministries Advance Digital Transformation to Boost Public Service Efficiency
Selvíria adopts Gov Atende digital system, reflecting broader trends in Brazilian public sector's digital transformation to enhance efficiency and transparency.
Brazilian Student's Research on Screen Time and Neuroscience Gains International Recognition
Pedro Galdino from IFCE Aracati presents pioneering research on reducing screen time via neuroscience at an international conference in Milan.
Brazil Expands Access to Science and Technology Education with Free Courses and Community Outreach
Brazil’s Space Agency launches 37 free online science courses while Instituto Federal de Mato Grosso engages students locally through STEM workshops.
Eve Air Mobility to Open Brazil’s First eVTOL Manufacturing Plant in Taubaté with $90 Million Investment
Eve Air Mobility, a subsidiary of Embraer, is launching Brazil’s first eVTOL mass-production factory in Taubaté with a $90 million BNDES-supported investment, aiming to produce up to 480 electric flying vehicles annually by 2028.
Brazil Launches Advanced Weather Prediction Model Monan on Supercomputer Jaci
Brazil boosts meteorological accuracy with new Monan model running on Jaci supercomputer, enhancing forecasts up to 11 days ahead and disaster preparedness.
Brazil Advances Technology and Innovation Ecosystem with Major Investments and AI Public Solutions
Brazil invests heavily in technology hubs and AI initiatives to tackle IT workforce shortages and improve public sector innovation.
Brazil Faces STEM Workforce Challenges Amid New AI-Focused Researcher Integration Program
Amid identified STEM workforce shortages and educational gaps, Brazil launches an AI-focused program to integrate advanced researchers into innovative companies.
Brazil Sends Delegates to Key International Science and Technology Forums in Late 2026
Brazil authorizes government delegations to participate in key international forums on nuclear security, biodiversity, and science and technology between September and November 2026.
Women's Participation in Inova Talentos Accelerates Innovation and Diversity in Brazilian Industry
The Inova Talentos program is advancing women's roles in science and innovation in Brazil’s industry, increasing leadership and accelerating product development through strategic female participation.
Brazil's Operação Potiguar 2 Advances Space Technology with Successful Suborbital Rocket Launch
Brazil's Operação Potiguar 2 successfully launched a sounding rocket to test advanced suborbital microgravity technology, marking progress in national aerospace research.
Brazil's Senate Approves Tax Incentives to Boost Data Center Industry
Brazil's Senate has approved Bill 278/2026 introducing tax incentives to boost local data center installations, emphasizing renewable energy use and domestic market contributions.
Brazil Advances in Astronomy, Microgravity Research, and Scientific Innovation Frameworks
Brazilian researchers discover hundreds of new planet candidates, prepare for critical microgravity mission tests, and introduce updated scientific innovation regulations.
CBMM Awards Celebrate Brazilian Innovations in Science and Technology
The 8th CBMM Science and Technology Award honored Professor Jorge Kalil for immunology research and Dra. Christiane Paiva for agricultural innovations, highlighting significant Brazilian scientific and technological advancements.
Brazil Showcases Advanced Robotics Revolutionizing Industry Automation
Brazil is advancing industrial automation with innovative robotics in mining and human-machine interaction, showcased at major 2026 events.
Brazil Accelerates Technological Advancements with Major Investments in AI Data Center and Rare Earths Research
Brazil's technology landscape advances with a R$5 billion AI data center investment in Campinas and a planned rare earths technology center in Minas Gerais, highlighting growth in innovation and sustainable development.
Brazilian Science Accelerates Bioinoculant Production and Enhances Mangrove Restoration Technologies
Brazilian researchers have accelerated bioinoculant production from weeks to 24 hours while developing innovative methods to improve plant resilience and restore mangroves sustainably.
Brazil Gears Up for 'Ciência Delas': Promoting Women's Role in Science at SNCT 2026
Brazil's National Week of Science and Technology 2026 will spotlight women's contributions to science under the theme 'Ciência Delas', featuring broad community engagement and gender equity initiatives.
Lula Announces Major Partnership with Chinese Firms to Boost Brazil's AI and Supercomputing
President Lula reveals a billion-real partnership with Chinese firms to boost Brazil’s AI development and supercomputing power by 2027, including plans for a top-ten global supercomputer and advanced language models in Portuguese.
Brazil's Ministry of Science Authorizes International Missions to Boost Cooperation in AI, Digital Sovereignty, and Meteorology
Brazil's Ministry of Science has approved international missions for researchers to Finland, China, and Switzerland, focusing on AI, digital sovereignty, 6G, meteorology, and scientific heritage to boost global cooperation.
Brazil Invests R$8.4 Billion to Advance Technology and Climate Research in Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil's government invests R$8.4 billion to boost technology innovation and climate risk management in Rio Grande do Sul, including key support for CEITEC, AI startups, and UFRGS climate research.
Brazilian Initiatives Boost STEM Careers for Girls and Women
Brazil strengthens efforts to encourage girls and women towards STEM careers through education and award-winning inclusion programs.