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Nudos is a B2B platform that facilitates the global management of hybrid worker equipment. It handles procurement, onboarding, offboarding, storage, and maintenance of devices worldwide.

KabCash provides digital payments and credit solutions across Mexico and Latin America. The platform supports digital payments and consumer credit, with tools to automatically calculate monthly repayments, monitor financial portfolios and loans, and manage accounts and loan requests in one place. It also enables users to generate one-time-use virtual credit cards and repay in installments.

By solving the biggest pain points for tenants, Mica is on the road to **building the biggest proptech and tenants’ community in the residential rental space in Mexico.** It allows tenants to: - Rent the apartment they desire (rent guarantee) - Have their bill payments automated - Have financial flexibility, reduced move-in costs, and access to an emergency credit (BNPL) - Improve their credit score month by month

Virtual Llantas is a leading online retailer specializing in tires for various vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and trucks. Operating primarily in Colombia and Mexico, the company offers a wide range of tire options, automated purchasing processes, free nationwide shipping, and reliable customer service.

Contxto is a media and data company focused on Latin America's startup, tech, and venture capital scene. It delivers content in English and Spanish and covers startups across Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, and other Latin American countries. The platform provides exclusive insights, data, and breaking news on technology and entrepreneurship to help investors stay informed and make better business decisions.

Finnu México, S.A.P.I. de C.V. is a financial technology company that develops a mobile application enabling users to access affordable personal loans through their smartphones. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mexico City, with an additional location in Barcelona, the company targets the unbanked adult population by offering short-term cash loans secured against personal assets. Users are provided with a Finnu-labeled payment card, allowing them to engage in the digital economy without the need for a credit history. While Finnu operates in both Europe and Asia, its primary focus is on the Latin American market.

Finerio Connect is a developer of a personal finance platform that helps financial institutions unlock the value of their data. The platform offers open finance, data analysis, and personal finance management APIs, enabling banks and other lenders to tailor services and insights. It specializes in creating custom budgets, monitoring and tracking expenses, viewing financial information, and linking bank accounts, while analyzing consumption patterns. The solution supports planning and controlling consumer spending and increasing savings by transforming disparate financial data into actionable insights.

Baubap is a Mexican fintech that develops a microlending platform to offer instant personal loans through a mobile application with a streamlined, document-light application process. Founded in 2018 by Luis Villarreal, Roberto Salcedo, and Conrad Wilkinson Schwarz, Baubap focuses on accessible lending by enabling users to apply for loans anytime and anywhere.

Alana is a company based in Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico, founded in 2017. It operates an online platform designed to streamline the hiring process for blue-collar jobs in hotels, stores, and restaurants across Latin America. The platform uses web and mobile applications to match companies with suitable talent, aiming to reduce employee turnover and save time and resources in recruitment. Alana facilitates communication between employers and candidates through a chatbot and automates scheduling via an internal agenda. Additionally, the company provides live reports for businesses to monitor their HR processes, including metrics such as recruiting duration, turnover rates, and staff satisfaction.

Founded in Mexico City in 2016, Vexi offers a digital credit card service targeting young underbanked populations. Users can manage expenses, create payment plans, and build credit history through its mobile application.

Baubap is a Mexican fintech that develops a microlending platform to offer instant personal loans through a mobile application with a streamlined, document-light application process. Founded in 2018 by Luis Villarreal, Roberto Salcedo, and Conrad Wilkinson Schwarz, Baubap focuses on accessible lending by enabling users to apply for loans anytime and anywhere.

Truora is a technology company that provides identity verification, background checks, and onboarding automation through a cloud platform. Its solutions use optical character recognition for document validation, facial recognition for real-time user validation, and identity management to support KYC processes, enabling secure onboarding for retailers, banks, HR firms, and marketplaces. The company serves startups, marketplaces, fintechs, and banks seeking to reduce risk and verify relationships with users, customers, employees, and suppliers, and also offers a business chatbot platform to simplify onboarding, deliver personalized service, and improve sales and marketing efficiency via social media. Founded in 2018, Truora is based in San Francisco with additional offices in Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil.

Sunu, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing innovative solutions for individuals with visual impairments. Founded in 2013 and based in Zapopan, Mexico, Sunu has created the Sunu Band, a smart wristband designed to enhance mobility and awareness for users. The Sunu Band employs sonar technology to detect obstacles and objects in the user’s environment, providing feedback through gentle vibrations. This allows individuals with low vision or blindness to navigate their surroundings more confidently and safely. By complementing traditional mobility aids such as canes or guide dogs, the Sunu Band improves the overall travel experience for visually impaired users, making navigation more intuitive and less stressful.

Founded in 2018, Flux QR develops a platform that enables businesses to process payments via Quick Response (QR) codes. It offers a plug-and-play device for existing payment terminals, allowing merchants and issuers to receive and make QR code payments securely.

Ancana is a proptech company that facilitates fractional ownership of vacation homes worldwide. It partners with developers to offer managed properties, handling complexities while users enjoy seamless scheduling.

Bonnus offers a digital reward platform that enables publishers to monetize their applications or websites by incentivizing user engagement. Based in Mexico, the company specializes in transforming ordinary incentives into extraordinary experiences through its user-friendly platform for creating and distributing customizable digital gift cards.

Alana is a company based in Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico, founded in 2017. It operates an online platform designed to streamline the hiring process for blue-collar jobs in hotels, stores, and restaurants across Latin America. The platform uses web and mobile applications to match companies with suitable talent, aiming to reduce employee turnover and save time and resources in recruitment. Alana facilitates communication between employers and candidates through a chatbot and automates scheduling via an internal agenda. Additionally, the company provides live reports for businesses to monitor their HR processes, including metrics such as recruiting duration, turnover rates, and staff satisfaction.

Gus is a Mexican company specializing in the development and licensing of advanced chatbots tailored for the Spanish-speaking market. Founded in 2015, Gus began as a personal assistant chatbot, enabling users to inquire about various topics. Recognizing the potential for broader applications, the company transitioned towards creating a robust technological product designed to automate operations for businesses. This pivot allowed Gus to license its technology, providing organizations with tools to enhance customer interaction at scale. By optimizing conversation flows, Gus's chatbots help businesses improve customer experience, increase loyalty, and drive revenue through effective messaging strategies. With its headquarters in Mexico, Gus is expanding its presence in Spain and Latin America, aiming to lead in user experience, technology, and innovation in the chatbot industry.

Albo is a Mexican challenger bank offering a mobile-first banking experience. It provides users with a digital banking account, a Mastercard card for spending, and innovative features such as savings tools, goal management within sub-accounts, and personal loans.

KiWi operates a mobile point-of-sale platform that enables micro, small, and medium enterprises to accept credit and debit card payments via smartphones and tablets. The service is designed to be user-friendly and offers the lowest commission rates in the market, eliminating forced deadlines, monthly payments, or annuities. By promoting the acceptance of card payments, KiWi aims to enhance financial security and accuracy for its users, ultimately supporting business growth and improving cash flow for entrepreneurs.

Pickwin is a peer-to-peer sports gaming platform based in Mexico City, founded in 2015. The company specializes in online sports pools, allowing users to engage in games with friends and family. Its platform facilitates participation in various sports pools, where players can compete for prizes and achieve social recognition based on their sports knowledge. By offering an interactive and engaging way to enjoy sports events, Pickwin enhances the social experience of sports gaming.

InstaFit is a Mexico City-based online fitness startup co-founded by Oswaldo Trava and Natalia Amaya. It delivers on-demand audio and video fitness classes guided by professional trainers, combining intelligent programming with social features to create an engaging home-workout experience at a fraction of gym prices. The platform offers long-format workouts across disciplines such as yoga, functional training, and treadmill sessions, with new content published weekly and available offline for flexibility. Launched in 2016, InstaFit serves paying users in 37 countries and has earned positive app ratings and recognition in its target market. Through technology, marketing and lean startup practices, the company aims to address obesity by providing affordable, accessible fitness solutions.

Albo is a Mexican challenger bank offering a mobile-first banking experience. It provides users with a digital banking account, a Mastercard card for spending, and innovative features such as savings tools, goal management within sub-accounts, and personal loans.

Pitz is a gaming application designed for amateur football players. It enables users to create and share video highlights of their best moments on the field, accompanied by professional commentary. The platform facilitates a two-sided marketplace, connecting players with brands for sponsorship opportunities and assisting in team organization.

Nube is a company based in Guadalajara, Mexico, specializing in gas technology that aids both gas companies and consumers in monitoring liquefied petroleum (LP) gas levels in stationary tanks. The company develops and manufactures devices that transmit data wirelessly to the cloud, allowing users to effectively manage their gas consumption, storage, and usage. In addition to hardware, Nube provides an application that empowers consumers to monitor their gas usage, set alerts for low levels, and automate their gas orders. This innovative approach helps to prevent wastage of natural gas and ensures that users maintain optimal gas supplies without interruption.