Juliana Lima

Dear friends, we’re thrilled to announce that we’re (finally) launching our set custom of gen-ai solutions for the Brazilian market at the #riosebsummit. AI is a game changer for everything analytics. It’s all in Portuguese for now (sorry!),hit me up and we can walk you through our approach and why it’s different. A hint: it’s all powered by Observable. Everything is light-weigh, modular, auditable and reproducible. You can check it out at https://ai.belo.re

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Last week, I had the opportunity to spend a couple of days in the Bay Area, participating in some fantastic events, including Brazil at Silicon Valley. 💥 Unsurprisingly, AI remains the "talk of the town," and has been for quite some time now. 🎯 I synthesized six initial and preliminary insights into AI, both in general and within the realm of finance. These insights were drawn from my extensive reading, as well as conversations with ML specialists, founders, professors, and VCs. 🔊 I'd love to hear your thoughts on these observations. 🙂 💪 🔝 #AI #innovation #siliconvalley #future #perspectives #technology

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🚀 Investing in Resilience: Investor Focus in Brazil Last month, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Startup City Magazine, and I’m thrilled to announce that the article has been published this week! In our conversation, we explore various aspects of brazilian startups and their emerging trends. "Brazil's robust economy and population provide ample opportunities for startups to grow, even without international expansion" You can read the full article here:  https://lnkd.in/dKZ_aZ7V

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Tomorrow April 17th we will be hosting an investors roundtable together with VNTR Capital and PULSAR during Web Summit Rio! All investors (GPs, LPs, Angels, CVCs, and more) are invited to participate in this networking session to exchange ideas and insights on the industry. Registration and more info here 👇 #websummitrio #rio #venturecapital #vc #latam

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#fintechs are ruling the #venturecapital in #latinamerica — From April to June 2024, Latin American startups raised $2.2 billion in venture capital, with Brazilian companies leading by securing $1.2 billion. This represents a significant 160% increase compared to the same period last year. Notable investments include $308 million for CloudWalk Pagamentos and $125 million for Celcoin. Mexico and Argentina followed Brazil in terms of funding. Worth noting the Argentine Vercel with $250 million. Fintech startups were the most attractive, securing $1.3 billion in investments. Additionally, deep tech funding surged by 302% year-over-year. Brazil also led in the number of funding rounds, with 142 out of 239 across the region, highlighting its growing influence in the Latin American startup ecosystem. #Startups #BrazilStartups #DeepTech #InvestmentGrowth #TechInnovation #VCFunding #StartupEcosystem

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In Q1, the startup market in LATAM saw 166 funding rounds and 721M in total value according to Sling Hub & Itau BBA numbers: 🇧🇷 Brazil leads with an impressive 109 rounds, a clear front-runner contributing to 66% of activity. 🇦🇷 Argentina, 🇲🇽 Mexico and 🇨🇴 Colombia trail with a strategic play, each hosting 13 rounds and paving their way in the industry. 💸 When it comes to funding volume, 🇧🇷 shines again with $374M, while 🇨🇴 Colombia is second with $184M, followed by 🇦🇷 Argentina with $67M. Overall, average round size has increased by more than 50% in the region to reah $1.6M. Worth reading!

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Publishers vão se aliar a OpenAI Aqui só um primeiro exeplo como : OpenAI has struck a deal with Reddit OpenAI will use content from the social media platform for its artificial intelligence chatbot, sending shares in the company up as much as 15 per cent in after-hours trading. Thursday’s announcement is the latest in a number of deals between the Microsoft-backed start-up and media brands as the competition for high-quality and reliable data to underpin powerful new AI models intensifies. At the same time, OpenAI is fighting copyright lawsuits from publishers who are reluctant to allow their content to be used by the ChatGPT-maker. The agreement gives OpenAI access to content on Reddit’s website and will allow the social media platform to embed more AI tools. Financial terms were not disclosed, but a jump in Reddit’s stock would mean a windfall for Sam Altman, the co-founder and chief executive of OpenAI, who has invested tens of millions of dollars into the social media group. Altman, who has said he has no equity stake in OpenAI, held close to 10 per cent of Reddit’s stock ahead of its public listing in March via various entities, according to public filings. The 39-year-old, a serial entrepreneur and investor, did not lead the negotiations with Reddit, according to OpenAI. The deal will also be a boon to Reddit’s monetisation efforts, which have until now mainly focused on building up its advertising-based business model. On its roadshow ahead of its listing, Reddit told investors that it also hoped to see a windfall from selling its data to third parties so that they could train their AI. It has already struck deals with Google and Cision. OpenAI has struck a series of deals with publishers this year, including the Financial Times, US-based Associated Press, Germany’s Axel Springer, France’s Le Monde and Spain’s Prisa Media. Those deals give the San Francisco-based start-up access to material which can in turn be used to develop and run generative AI technology that can create text, images and code from human prompts. “We are thrilled to partner with Reddit to enhance ChatGPT with uniquely timely and relevant information, and to explore the possibilities to enrich the Reddit experience with AI-powered features,” said Brad Lightcap, OpenAI’s chief operating officer. Including Reddit in ChatGPT “upholds our belief in a connected internet, helps people find more or what they’re looking for, and helps new audiences find community on Reddit”, said Steve Huffman, Reddit’s co-founder and chief executive. While some media brands have partnered with OpenAI, others have resisted. The New York Times and other publishers have instead sued OpenAI and Microsoft for harvesting their articles. In December, the NYT filed a lawsuit seeking billions of dollars in damages from the two companies for “profit[ing] from the massive copyright infringement, commercial exploitation and misappropriation of The Times’s intellectual property”.

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Fantastic summary of the talks at UXLx: User Experience Lisbon Well worth the read through. Excerpt: What would you trust a group of drunk people on an island to do for you? What you trust them to make a playlist for you on Spotify? Would you trust them to recommend a movie on Netflix? Would you trust them to file your taxes? Dan Saffer asks "Would you trust Drunk Island to do that for you?" If YES, then AI is probably a good solution. If you answered NO, then maybe that isn't something you should off load to AI. UXLx: User Experience Lisbon #UX #UXResearch #AI

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WHAT'S BEHIND ZILIA’S US$120MN BRAZIL SEMICONDUCTORS INVESTMENT? Brazil's Zilia Technologies (formerly SMART Modular Technologies) is set to invest 650mn reais (US$120mn) to boost semiconductor production. With potential new incentives and a new controlling investor, Zilia aims to expand its operations significantly. CEO Rogerio Nunes highlighted the support for the new incentive program in Brazil and emphasized Zilia's dual national and global identity. The company was acquired by China’s Longsys, which now holds 81% of shares, while SGH retains 19%. The investment will enhance production capacity and fund R&D initiatives. Zilia’s two factories in São Paulo and Manaus will see expansions and new equipment installations to support integrated circuit encapsulation and testing. This move is part of a broader nearshoring strategy to serve markets in the US and Latin America. Thanks again to BNamericas for the full article with more background and insights click the source link in the comments below 💡 🙏👇 Visit International Semiconductor Executive Summits #Semiconductors #Brazil #Investment #TechIndustry

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of course, we tend to miss some of the great stories in our lives. in just 4 years and its current valuation is mind-blowing. I would like to learn detailed business case studies. Share your thoughts on how it just destroyed its commepetteiors. what kind of technologies are they implementing? what technology there willing to apply in future?

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Today the Ladies that UX Lisbon brough Teresa Maria. from our great partner, Bliss Applications! She talked about mental models and our minds are blowing after this webinar.🤯 There are so many mental models and we need to make sure we understand them in our research process.🕵🏽 She also shared Shane Parrish blog with us as a great source of content and I'm sharing here with you all 👉🏼 https://fs.blog/ #webinar #mentalmodels #cognitivebiases #uxresearch #research

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3• Edição AI Brasil.ai ! Co Pilot Microsoft Marcondes Farias It’s encouraging to see that leaders are prioritizing a balanced and human-centric application of AI. What are your thoughts on these priorities? How is your organization leveraging AI to drive value? #AI #Leadership #Productivity #Innovation #EmployeeWellBeing #Inclusivity

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Always a pleasure to talk with Angelica Mari, especially about Drex and the opportunities for fintechs in Brazil. For those who want to understand more about this promising ecosystem, I recommend reading! 👇🏿 _________________________________________ Sempre um prazer conversar com a Angelica Mari, especialmente sobre Drex e as oportunidades para as fintechs no Brasil. Quem quiser entender mais sobre esse ecossistema promissor, recomendo a leitura! 👇🏿 https://lnkd.in/dC6FDUEV #Drex #Blockchain #Crypto #Fintech #CBDC

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I recently had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion at South Summit Brazil 2024 titled "Thriving Together: Open Innovation Unleashed." The conversation was nothing short of provocative, challenging conventional wisdom and shedding light on the crucial gap between theoretical knowledge and practical innovation.   We delved deep into the dynamics between academia and industry, exploring how the theoretical frameworks taught in universities often fail to apply in the real world.   While research shows the average success rate for startup pilots in corporations is only 30%, Innovate-Israel data shows that when corporations use the proper tools and methodology to collaborate, the success rate rises to 70%!   The panelists shared unique insights on how to bridge this gap and harness the power of open innovation to drive meaningful change. We dissected the challenges organizations face when attempting to translate theoretical concepts into actionable strategies, emphasizing the need for collaboration, and had a heated discussion on this matter.   Collaboration is the only way for organizations to remain relevant. Corporations cannot rely only on internal innovation, or they will disappear. Watch the video now to learn how to do it right and innovate in a rapidly changing world.   https://lnkd.in/dTG-aWDs   Sebastian W. Francisco de Azeredo María Benjumea José Renato Hopf Wagner Lopes Rodrigo Ewald Mendonça Uri Levine South Summit Liz Fleming Blanca Galietta Andrea Beleván Eduardo Lorea Josemaria Siota #openinnovation #collaboration #innovation #business #opportunities #newopportunities #expansion #globaltour #worldwidetour #keynotespeaker #innovationworkshop #innovationlecture #startupnation #bestpractices #corporateinnovation #speaker #lecture #workshop #workshops #futureofbusiness #southsummitbrazil2024 #brazil #panel #innovationinsights

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Thanks to the organisers of the Nature-Based Solutions Initiative (more about that soon!), I am back to the UK, joining the London Climate Action Week (LCAW) this week. We, from WRI Brasil, together with The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), are organising an event this Thursday that will focus on how Brazil could shape a new development model for the Amazon, giving special relevance to an inclusive bioeconomy, local and traditional knowledge, environmental services provided by the biome while also fostering innovation and its creative economy. We will also discuss what financial mechanisms are needed, the opportunities and the challenges that exist in the country and in the world. Brazil has now a commitment to zeroing deforestation until 2030, scientists recommend that we not only stop deforestation, but also restore the biome, in particular the Arc of Deforestation. It’s time to change course and generate a new future for this precious megadiverse forest and its incredible people. I am very grateful having in this event with me Joana Setzer, from LSE; Alexandria Reid, from Global Witness; and Ana Yang, from Chatham House. 📅 Date: Thursday 27 June, 10:00-11:30 (GMT+1) 📍 Location: London School of Economics (LSE) 🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/LCAWamazon Pls join us for a pivotal discussion on Amazon's future! 🌎🌿 #ClimateAction #LCAW #Amazonforest #bioeconomy

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Our podcast with The Business Council of Westchester was just released today! 🎙️ Give it a listen, share your thoughts, and hear how we are changing the landscape for social services and fair chance employment both nationally and here in Westchester County, New York. Listen to the Podcast!! #SocialServices #FairChanceEmployment #UntappedSolutions #WestchesterCounty #CommunityImpact #PodcastRelease

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Why top global tech Investors are excited about Brazil 🌎 🇧🇷👇🏻 Brazil's tech ecosystem has transformed dramatically since 2015, evolving from a nascent market to a vibrant, thriving hub. Early pioneers like KASZEK, monashees, and Redpoint eventures (Anderson Thees and Manoel Lemos) set the stage, and today, the ecosystem is deeper with more early and later-stage capital providers like Valor Capital Group, Bicycle Capital, and Lightrock. Successful exits like the Pismo M&A have made Brazil more attractive for investment. The Nubank IPO, despite its rocky start, is now soaring. Founders like David Vélez and Sergio Furio are reinvesting in new startups, creating a powerful cycle of innovation and growth. These and other reasons why Brazil is grabbing attention according to Dave Nangle, managing partner VEF who joined me this week on The J Curve in the short snippet below ⬇️ To watch / listen to our full conversation with Dave head over to our channels on Spotify, Apple and Youtube 🔗🎙 #latinamerica #techecosystem #exits #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #vef #thejcurvepodcast

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If anyone needs some UXR mentoring, I would be happy to support you! I have 10 years of experience conducting foundational and tactical research in Tech for large companies and start-ups (Booking, Meta, MercadoLibre, N26, Localyze, others) and I have managed teams of UXRs. I love mentoring other researchers, designers, copywriters and PMs on research best practices and how to use data to influence product decisions and build a great user experience!  I can help you with:   - Planning and conducting research end-to-end - Qualitative methods (in-depth interviews, usability testing, diary studies, card sorting, tree texting, contextual inquiry) - Quantitative methods (surveys) - Research artefacts (journey maps, personas, mental models, etc.) - Presenting research findings - Scaling the impact of your research - Stakeholder management, collaboration and communication

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