Digital innovation and cybersecurity trends in Latin America

The third edition of the Digital Evolution Awards (DEVA 2026) recently recognized five digital innovation projects across Latin America. Held in Mexico City, the awards focused on organizations that integrated emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency and quality of life. Notable winners included the General Motors Toluca Complex in Mexico, which received an award for developing a 3D avatar that interprets Mexican Sign Language to assist deaf employees.

In a separate discussion regarding industry digital transformation, cybersecurity experts emphasized that construction firms must treat digital protection as a matter of operational continuity rather than just a technological expense. Concerns were raised regarding the prevalence of ransomware and malware, which can encrypt critical data and force companies to operate at significantly reduced capacities, leading to substantial economic losses.