# Brazil electronic voting and technological sovereignty > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazil-electronic-voting-and-technological-sovereignty > Updated: 2026-10-19T20:23:35.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. The Organization of American States (OAS) Electoral Observation Mission issued a preliminary report praising Brazil’s electronic voting system as an ‘example of excellence for the region and the world.’ The mission, led by José Miguel Insulza, described the election process as a ‘peaceful and civic journey’ and noted that the efficiency of the system strengthens transparency and trust in democratic processes. Following these observations, discussions have emerged regarding how Brazil’s development of public infrastructures, including electronic voting machines and the Pix instant payment system, contributes to the nation’s technological sovereignty. Experts suggest that producing and exporting such technology reduces vulnerability to external interference and helps decrease dependence on the economies of the United States and Europe, particularly through cooperation within the BRICS bloc. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Brazil leverages Pix and electronic voting to bolster technological sovereignty Experts state that Brazil's Pix and electronic voting systems enhance technological sovereignty and reduce dependence on Western economies, aligning with the strategic goals of the BRICS bloc. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-leverages-pix-and-electronic-voting-to-bolster-technological-sovereignty ### 2026-10-06: OAS praises Brazil's electronic voting system as an example of excellence The OAS praised Brazil's electronic voting system as an ‘example of excellence,’ noting its role in strengthening democratic transparency and trust during the recent elections. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oas-praises-brazils-electronic-voting-system-as-an-example-of-excellence --- Cite as: Brazil electronic voting and technological sovereignty. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/brazil-electronic-voting-and-technological-sovereignty