Author: Benedict Mander

Publication: Financial Times

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Argentina: home to the majority of Latin America’s tech unicorns

A global mindset among its entrepreneurs has made Argentina a natural home for fast-growing tech start-ups.

Few economies have performed as poorly over the past century as crisis-plagued Argentina. The nation even has the unique distinction of losing a tenure, albeit a brief one, in the early part of the 20th century as one of the world’s 10 richest nations to become just another developing country.

Author: Yoselí Orozco

Publication: Techflier

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Top 7 Latin American Countries for Tech Startups and Entrepreneurs

Latin American has become a hotbed of tech startup activity in recent years, serving as the cradle for many brilliant ideas and innovative projects. A myriad of opportunities as well as challenges— political, economic, and social—have prompted regional entrepreneurs to develop innovative technological solutions for solving local problems and improving the lives of residents.

Author: Nora Wallenius

Publication: Language Trainers

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10 useful tips to know before you start work in Argentina

Argentina is one of the most popular destinations in Latin America for foreigners to live and work. It is a blend of European and Latin influences, making it a melting pot of cultures that are both accessible yet exciting for a temporary basis or long-term. Whether you are visiting for a quick business trip or planning on a life in Argentina, here are some tips you should know before starting work in Argentina.

Author: Allan Smith

Publication: The Huffington Post

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Entrepreneurs going south of the border for their next startup venture – 5 damn good reasons

Entrepreneurs who are interested in starting off with their startup venture should look south of the border. Lucrative and profitable startup culture is no longer restrained to places like New York City, Silicon Valley, Texas and Austin. It is rather significant to note that the South American cities are all gaining enough international attention for their powerful start-up communities, cost-effective way of doing business and their impressive tech professionals. In fact, there are few South American governments which are taking immediate action to ensure that their respective cities play a role in the next big trend of innovation by offer incentives and subsidies.

Authors: Federico Ast. Studied Economics and Philosophy at the University of Buenos Aires. Enterprise Management PhD Candidate at the Argentinean Enterprise Institute (IAE) Business School. Entrepreneur, consultant, investigator and journalist specialized in tech companies. Leandro Margulis. Industrial & Systems Engineer. Yale MBA. Entrepreneur, investor, consultant and business accelerator in Silicon Valley and emerging markets.

Publication: Silicon Valley Latino

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The Rise of Argentina’s Startup Scene

Author: Irina Belotti

Publication: Techflier

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9 Tech Startups from Buenos Aires You Need To Know About in 2016

A perennial favorite among world travelers, Buenos Aires may soon be known for much more than beautiful sunsets and amazing architecture. The rise of the local technology sector in particular is fueling the city’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, giving rise to a highly active tech startup community.

The following are the top 9 tech startups in Buenos Aires to watch out for in 2016. These are just a few of many innovative startups founded and headquartered in Buenos Aires. Their respective successes are evidence that a culture of tech innovation is emerging and spreading quickly across the country.