Nvidia's $1 billion investment in Nokia, partnership with Palantir for logistics, and AI innovations showcased in retail demonstrate AI's expanding role in business innovation.
APCRI proposes renaming 'risk capital' to 'investment capital' to improve the venture capital sector's perception and investment appeal in Brazil and beyond.
Ahead of COP-30 in Belém, Brazilian companies show limited investment in climate adaptation despite mounting risks, underscoring the need for increased private sector action and financing.
BNDES Garagem's increasing focus on climate financing is driving growth in Brazil's green economy startups, with new selections to be announced at COP-30.
Brazil enacts targeted support programs including design-driven innovation immersions and credit opportunities to aid industries and SMEs against tariff impacts in October 2025.
Microcredit programs by Banco do Povo and BNDES are enabling entrepreneurs across Brazil to grow businesses through credit access, training, and strategic events.
Paraná and Minas Gerais advance local economic development in 2025 by boosting public procurement from small businesses and offering exclusive credit lines with favorable terms.
New financial initiatives are underway to support small businesses in Brazil, including the Ponta Grossa 'Impulso' program and Sebrae SC's free credit campaign.