America Brazil The government is discussing with Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, the possibility of using satellite technology to monitor the Amazon’s deforestation and fires, as well as bring internet connectivity to rural areas and indigenous communities
America Brazil 27 prediction market platforms had been shut down in Brazil by telecoms regulator Anatel and derivatives rules were tightened to curb "bet-like" products, as Finance Minister argues such markets breach betting regulations approved by Congress
America Brazil Concerns have grown in Brazil as investments from US and Chinese tech firms have driven a boom in AI data centers that could triple capacity by 2030, raising fears among experts and indigenous leaders about heavy water and energy consumption
America Brazil After 33 days of protests at a Cargill port in the Amazon over dredging plans seen as threatening the Tapajos River and rainforest, Brazil has revoked Lula’s decree allowing private waterway concessions, marking a major victory for Indigenous groups
America Brazil A record 9,3 million international arrivals have been registered in 2025 in Brazil; the +24% increase on 2024 was driven by expanded air routes, targeted marketing, and VAT incentives for foreign businesses