LatAm Tech Scene — 2026-04-13
Latin America's venture capital ecosystem kicked off Q1 2026 with $1.03 billion in startup funding, a 12% year-over-year increase driven by a late-stage boom with significant participation from global investors — particularly in Mexico. Meanwhile, global fintech funding hit $12 billion in Q1 2026, rising 5% in dollars even as deal count fell sharply, reflecting a broader trend toward larger, fewer bets. The World Bank trimmed its 2026 growth forecast for the region, citing structural headwinds that could temper the startup momentum.
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