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Startup Summit 2026 and Florianópolis Innovation Growth

8 clusters · 34 sources · last updated

Latest: Florianópolis launches global campaign to attract investment and talent

The Startup Summit 2026 in Florianópolis, Brazil, has concluded, reinforcing the city’s position as a major Latin American hub for innovation. Organized by Sebrae and the Associação Catarinense de Tecnologia (ACATE), the

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Brazil AI Sovereignty & Supercomputing Infrastructure

15 clusters · 136 sources · last updated

Latest: AMD seeks to supply components for Brazil's AI supercomputer

Brazil is advancing its technological sovereignty through the Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan (PBIA), a massive investment initiative designed to foster native AI models and reduce dependence on foreign processing

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Labor shortages and training needs in Brazilian industry

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Logistics sector in Brazil sees rising demand for professional training

Brazil is experiencing a widespread labor shortage across multiple economic sectors, including industry, construction, retail, and logistics. In the industrial and construction sectors, the National Confederation of Indu

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APAS leadership appointments in Brazil

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: APAS announces new leadership for 2026–2028 biennium

The São Paulo Supermarket Association (APAS) has announced leadership appointments for the 2026–2028 biennium. Erlon Ortega will continue his term as president. New appointments include Márcio Cavalaro, a commercial ma

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Italian animal welfare: campaigns, rescues & cruelty probes

22 clusters · 94 sources · last updated

Latest: Italy faces multiple investigations into animal cruelty and neglect

Since the implementation of the May 2026 animal protection law, Italy has seen a surge in rescue operations and public awareness campaigns. To combat seasonal abandonment, the Polizia di Stato launched the #SeNonTiPortoN

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Brazil pharmaceutical and pharmacy retail market growth

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Private label brands reach R$ 2.98 billion in Brazil's pharmacy channel

The Brazilian pharmaceutical and pharmacy retail market has shown significant growth through mid-2026. Total market revenue reached R$ 279.7 billion for the 12 months ending July 2026, a 13.71% increase driven largely by

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