For startups all over the world, the Techcrunch Startup Battlefield The program offers unparalleled exposure, credibility and connections to resize their activities. Techcrunch has long committed to highlighting the companies that solve the problems of the real world in scalable and sustainable ways, making it a powerful launch for startups both inside and outside the United States
Several Latin American startups have thrived in this environment. Facing critical challenges in their regions with bold and innovative solutions, these companies have transformed the momentum of the startup battlefield into an international success. With greater visibility and precious connections, they attracted global investors, expanded in new markets and have grown their teams.
Some Latam startups that used the startup battlefield as a springboard on the global stage
Salva Health (Colombia)
Salva Health is transforming breast cancer detection with its julieta screening device, making it more accessible and accessible at an early level. Winning the 2024 startup Battlefield supercharged their visibility and positioned them for rapid growth.
Take a look at this episode of Podcast share Listen to the founder of Save discussing how the competition has contributed to pushing the company.
Ripo (Argentina)
Ripio (previously Bitpagos) is a Fintech company based on the blockchain that offers digital portfolios, cryptocurrency negotiation and decentralized credit to promote financial inclusion in Latin America. After being selected as a Battlefield startup finalist in New York in 2016, Rivile collected a $ 50 million Serie B led by the digital currency group, fueling the expansion in Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay and Spain.
Launch (Mexico)
Jefa is a digital challenging bank built for non-banking women and subjected to Latin America, which offers mobile-first services such as savings and debit cards. After climbing the limelight as a finalist of the 2020 battlefield, Jefa was acquired by the Fintech Tala company, accelerating his mission to fill the gender gap in financial access.
Eye of the owner (Brazil)
Olho do gift uses 3D imaging to help livestock farmers in Latin America to monitor the weight and health of cattle without the need for physical scales. After winning the Battlefield startup of Latin America in 2018, the company obtained regional recognition and validated its innovative approach to the modernization of cattle management.
Because Latam startups should be applied
Global exhibition
Being presented by Techcrunch puts startups in front of a global audience of investors, customers and collaborators, amplifying their scope well beyond local markets.
Visibility of investors
The Startup battlefield attracts attention from high -level venture capitalists, angels and global investors who closely follow the competition. The exhibition can lead to precious conversations and financing opportunities with aligned supporters.
Credibility and validation
Participation indicates that the solution of a startup is relevant globally and scalable. This validation helps to attract the interest by the media, company partners and investors.
Access to a powerful network
The founders join a dynamic community of colleagues entrepreneurs, mentors and leaders in the sector. The program promotes organic connections that often lead to partnerships, guide and long -term support.
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