Brazil maintains its leadership in IT in Latin America, will grow above expectations in 2025, but is slowing its growth rate this year and consolidating a new phase in the market, according to a study by ABES.
The sector will reach US$67.8 billion in 2025, maintaining its 10th position worldwide and expanding its regional participation; it grew 18.5% last year and projections for 2026 indicate growth of 5.3%, reflecting a new phase of market maturity. São Paulo, April 1, 2026 — ABES –...
ABES discusses new lines of credit and support for the Finep Mais Inovação Brasil program.
On April 2nd, at 8:30 AM, the Brazilian Association of Software Companies (ABES), in partnership with FINEP and ABGI Brasil, will host the live event “Finep More Innovation Brazil: new lines of credit and funding”. The online event aims to detail the...
Manifesto for REDATA and Competitive Tax Conditions for Data Centers
To the Federal Senate - for the approval of Redata - a modern, secure and useful milestone for attracting investments to Brazil. Ladies and Gentlemen Senators, This manifesto brings together voices from different sectors — science and technology, businesses, the public sector, the third sector...
Digital Infrastructure: The New Engine of Brazilian Development
Experts discuss how the synergy between data centers and the energy sector can transform Brazil into a global technology hub and data sovereignty. Brazil is facing a historic opportunity to redefine its role in the global digital economy. During the...
ABES and SC Angels establish a strategic partnership to boost the Startup Internship Program.
ABES (Brazilian Association of Software Companies) celebrates its strategic partnership with SC Angels in the ABES Startup Internship program, which aims to strengthen the Brazilian innovation ecosystem. Founded with the purpose of organizing and professionalizing the...
Connected Amazon: technology and inclusion transform realities in the heart of the forest.
Initiatives promote citizenship, income generation, education, and access to healthcare through connectivity and the refurbishment of electronic equipment. In a scenario where geographical distance and lack of infrastructure often isolate entire communities, the...
Sebrae-SP opens 20 spots for free startup acceleration program in the Blue Economy.
Speed Marine encompasses all economic activities that depend on water, from fishing to advanced technologies such as marine biotechnology; registration is open until April 23rd. Sebrae-SP has 20 open spots for Speed Marine, a free program...
The TOTVS Brasil Award, which turns 2026, opens registrations and recognizes digital transformation in the Education sector.
The 5th edition of the award, a benchmark in IT, highlights case studies from educational institutions that use technology to improve management and the student journey. TOTVS, the largest technology company in Brazil, is now accepting entries for the 5th edition of the TOTVS Brazil Award...
Huawei and Powersafe form a partnership to expand energy storage solutions in Brazil and increase security in the electrical system.
The agreement provides for the distribution and marketing of intelligent battery systems (BESS – Battery Energy Storage Systems) in the country, to serve commercial, industrial, rural and large-scale clients. Huawei, a global technology leader, and Powersafe, a benchmark...
Qlik announces new sales structure in Brazil and the arrival of Marcos Hayashi and Rogério Sant'Ana to the team.
With dedicated teams serving both the public and private sectors, the new commercial approach expands specialization in customer service and connects data, analytics, AI, and cloud computing to the priorities of each segment. Qlik, a global leader in data integration, data quality,...
Gartner outlines key predictions for Data & Analytics in 2026.
Gartner analysts will discuss how to prepare for the impact of AI on all aspects related to data and analytics during the Gartner Data & Analytics Conference, which will be held on April 28 and 29 in São Paulo (SP). Gartner, Inc., a company...
Enterprise AI needs more than just "AI" to generate a return on investment, says Red Hat.
Open source infrastructure, governance, and interoperability emerge as decisive factors for achieving financial results with artificial intelligence. The adoption of artificial intelligence entered a new phase in 2026. After years of promises of gains...
Brazil maintains its leadership in IT in Latin America, will grow above expectations in 2025, but is slowing its growth rate this year and consolidating a new phase in the market, according to a study by ABES.
The sector will reach US$67.8 billion in 2025, maintaining its 10th position worldwide and expanding its regional participation; it grew 18.5% last year and projections for 2026 indicate growth of 5.3%, reflecting a new phase of market maturity. São Paulo, April 1, 2026 — ABES –...
ABES discusses new lines of credit and support for the Finep Mais Inovação Brasil program.
On April 2nd, at 8:30 AM, the Brazilian Association of Software Companies (ABES), in partnership with FINEP and ABGI Brasil, will host the live event “Finep More Innovation Brazil: new lines of credit and funding”. The online event aims to detail the...
Manifesto for REDATA and Competitive Tax Conditions for Data Centers
To the Federal Senate - for the approval of Redata - a modern, secure and useful milestone for attracting investments to Brazil. Ladies and Gentlemen Senators, This manifesto brings together voices from different sectors — science and technology, businesses, the public sector, the third sector...
Digital Infrastructure: The New Engine of Brazilian Development
Experts discuss how the synergy between data centers and the energy sector can transform Brazil into a global technology hub and data sovereignty. Brazil is facing a historic opportunity to redefine its role in the global digital economy. During the...
ABES and SC Angels establish a strategic partnership to boost the Startup Internship Program.
ABES (Brazilian Association of Software Companies) celebrates its strategic partnership with SC Angels in the ABES Startup Internship program, which aims to strengthen the Brazilian innovation ecosystem. Founded with the purpose of organizing and professionalizing the...
Connected Amazon: technology and inclusion transform realities in the heart of the forest.
Initiatives promote citizenship, income generation, education, and access to healthcare through connectivity and the refurbishment of electronic equipment. In a scenario where geographical distance and lack of infrastructure often isolate entire communities, the...
Sebrae-SP opens 20 spots for free startup acceleration program in the Blue Economy.
Speed Marine encompasses all economic activities that depend on water, from fishing to advanced technologies such as marine biotechnology; registration is open until April 23rd. Sebrae-SP has 20 open spots for Speed Marine, a free program...
The TOTVS Brasil Award, which turns 2026, opens registrations and recognizes digital transformation in the Education sector.
The 5th edition of the award, a benchmark in IT, highlights case studies from educational institutions that use technology to improve management and the student journey. TOTVS, the largest technology company in Brazil, is now accepting entries for the 5th edition of the TOTVS Brazil Award...
Huawei and Powersafe form a partnership to expand energy storage solutions in Brazil and increase security in the electrical system.
The agreement provides for the distribution and marketing of intelligent battery systems (BESS – Battery Energy Storage Systems) in the country, to serve commercial, industrial, rural and large-scale clients. Huawei, a global technology leader, and Powersafe, a benchmark...
Qlik announces new sales structure in Brazil and the arrival of Marcos Hayashi and Rogério Sant'Ana to the team.
With dedicated teams serving both the public and private sectors, the new commercial approach expands specialization in customer service and connects data, analytics, AI, and cloud computing to the priorities of each segment. Qlik, a global leader in data integration, data quality,...
Gartner outlines key predictions for Data & Analytics in 2026.
Gartner analysts will discuss how to prepare for the impact of AI on all aspects related to data and analytics during the Gartner Data & Analytics Conference, which will be held on April 28 and 29 in São Paulo (SP). Gartner, Inc., a company...
Enterprise AI needs more than just "AI" to generate a return on investment, says Red Hat.
Open source infrastructure, governance, and interoperability emerge as decisive factors for achieving financial results with artificial intelligence. The adoption of artificial intelligence entered a new phase in 2026. After years of promises of gains...
Beyond the technological showcase: urban intelligence as data integration.
Leonardo Müller, engineer on the R&D team at Marcopolo SA and master's student in Smart Cities/V2X at UCS; Daniel Luis Notari, researcher at the ABES Think Tank and the City Living Lab/PPGA – UCS.
Resilient cities: fostering innovation as an antidote to tragedies foretold.
Jamile S. Marques, Director of Innovation, Promotion and Research at ABES; Stefani Capriolli Gonçalves, Master's student in Planning and Management of Sustainable Cities at UCS
The need for a court order for advertising featuring child influencers (children and teenagers)
Victor Lima, Attorney at Murta Goyannes Advogados, specializing in Intellectual Property and Anti-Piracy. He is the Leader of the Intellectual Property Committee of ABES (Brazilian Association of Software Companies).
National Public Procurement Strategy: why software, data, and cloud computing are no longer just an expense.
Camila Cristina Murta, Leader of the Public Procurement Working Group at ABES
The 4 Cs in the Tax Compliance Maturity Ladder
Ary Silveira Bueno, Managing Partner of ASPR; Walter Thomaz Junior, Managing Partner of Portorium
Cybersecurity in 2026: AI, national threats, and the global landscape redefine trends in defense strategies.
Mario Gama, Cybersecurity Director for Latin America and the Caribbean at SoftwareOne
Remote management of technological assets: the path to operational efficiency in Brazilian agriculture.
Luciano Costa, co-founder of Setrion
AI in retail: the sector's transformation through open source.
Fabiano Assis, commercial director for Red Hat Brazil



































