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Brazil leads IT investments in Latin America, according to a study by ABES
06/08/2025
Brazil leads IT investments in Latin America, according to a study by ABES. IT investments totaled US$1.5 billion in 2024 (up 13.91 billion in 2023) and are expected to grow 9.51 billion in 2025, reinforcing Brazil's leading role on the continent. São Paulo, July 31, 2025 – ABES –...
The “More Digital and Less Unequal Amazon” movement is launched during the Conselhão meeting.
05/08/2025
Partnership between MMA, ABES and ReUrbi will promote digital literacy, income generation and environmental preservation with the reuse of IT equipment Mobilization “Amazônia Mais Digital e Less Desigual" Brasília, August 5, 2025 – During the plenary meeting of the...
ABES's position on the recent imposition of additional tariffs by the United States on hundreds of Brazilian products
31/07/2025
São Paulo, July 31, 2025 – ABES – Brazilian Association of Software Companies, which aims to build a more digital and less unequal Brazil, expresses its concern about the recent imposition of additional tariffs by the United States on...
ABES regrets decision to raise tariffs and calls on countries to exercise common sense and negotiate
11/07/2025
The Brazilian Association of Software Companies (ABES) regrets the U.S. government's decision to impose import tariffs of up to 501,000 pounds on Brazilian products. Brazil and the U.S. have a strong cooperative partnership spanning 200 years,...
The technology sector discusses the impact of the IOF increase in a live broadcast hosted by ABES
10/07/2025
Event brings together experts to discuss the effects of the measure on the competitiveness and investment capacity of ICT companies The Brazilian Association of Software Companies (ABES) will hold, this Friday (11), at 3 pm, the live “The impact of the increase in IOF...
STF in focus: ABES brings together experts to discuss the future of the Internet Civil Rights Framework
10/07/2025
A live broadcast hosted by ABES analyzes the impact of the Supreme Court's decisions on platform liability and the risks to freedom of expression in the digital environment. The Brazilian Association of Software Companies (ABES), one of the leading organizations...
Secretary of Information and Digital Health participates in the inaugural meeting of the ABES Health Vertical
10/07/2025
Initiative aims to connect software companies with the healthcare sector to accelerate digital transformation; the sector registered growth of over 14% in software investments last year São Paulo, June 18, 2025 – The Brazilian Association of Software Companies...
AI is already a reality in almost all large Brazilian companies, shows an unprecedented study by ABES
11/06/2025
Brazilian companies are planning a leap in technology and should prioritize investments in AI in the coming years, reveals ABES Exclusive study in partnership with International Data Corporation (IDC) reveals that most companies, in all sectors, already use intelligence...
ABES criticizes the increase in IOF and warns of impacts on innovation, competitiveness and internationalization of the software sector
30/05/2025
Measure raises rate from 0.38% to 3.5% (increase of 821%) and makes remittances abroad for the acquisition of software and IT services more expensive, affecting the sector's competitiveness and contradicting digital transformation policies The Brazilian Association of IT Companies...
ABES signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with the Chinese ZGC Group during the Brazil-China Business Seminar
13/05/2025
ABES signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with the Chinese Group ZGC during the Brazil-China Business Seminar The agreement is part of the strategy of the new ABES management to internationalize the entity as a way of supporting the expansion of associated companies...
Technology, innovation and development under debate: ABES and IEA/USP launch book with panel on public policies and competitive growth in Brazil
02/04/2025
Collection of 70 articles by experts discusses the strategic role of technology in Brazil's economic and social development ABES – Brazilian Association of Software Companies, which aims to build a more digital and less unequal Brazil,...
ABES signs letter of intent with ZGC Group to create a “China Desk” in Brazil
01/04/2025
The objective of the partnership is to promote the strategic rapprochement of Brazilian software companies with China's innovation ecosystem Beijing, China, March 31, 2025 – During the ZGC Forum 2025, held in Beijing, the Brazilian Association of Software Companies...
ABES announces new president and new board of directors with a focus on innovation and digital sovereignty
25/03/2025
Andriei Gutierrez was chosen to lead the Brazilian Association of Software Companies for the next three years São Paulo, March 25, 2025 – ABES, whose purpose is to build a more digital and less unequal Brazil, announces Andriei...
Brazil accelerates growth in the IT sector, maintains its position in the global Top 10 and stands out in Latin America, according to a new study by ABES
21/03/2025
Investments in the sector grew 17.6% in one year, with a strong impact from AI and digital infrastructure; ABES projects growth of 9.5% for the IT sector in Brazil in 2025, surpassing the global average of 8.9% São Paulo, March 20, 2025 – ABES – Associação...
ABES presents proposal for a more digital and less unequal Brazil
25/02/2025
Prepared by the Regulatory Committee, Regulatory Agenda 2025 brings the entity's main recommendations for public policies and reinforces ABES' commitment to digital transformation and competitive digital sovereignty in Brazil São Paulo, February 20, 2025 –...
Partnership between Match and ABES drives digital transformation in Brazil, connecting IT suppliers to a R$707.7 billion market
30/01/2025
Partnership between Match and ABES drives digital transformation in Brazil, connecting IT suppliers to a R$707.7 billion market Initiative strengthens the Brazilian technology ecosystem, promoting innovation and competitiveness in the Information Technology sector...
Brazil could be left out of AI development, says ABES
03/12/2024
According to the Brazilian Association of Software Companies, the new text brings improvements, but imposes restrictive measures for model training, harming the advancement of national technology and exports of data center services. São Paulo, December 2, 2024...
Brazilian Software Market Study: Panorama and Trends 2024 is highlighted at Tech Day, promoted by Sebrae/RJ
29/11/2024
Promoted by Sebrae/RJ, the event concluded the 2024 cycle of the Upgrade.TI Project and brought together companies and experts to discuss industry trends, present opportunities for 2025 and promote networking among participants. The Brazilian Association of IT Companies...
ABES and Sebrae/SC sign partnership to boost the Inova Startups Program
19/11/2024
Considered a pioneering model for supporting startups, the initiative combines financial investment and mandatory training. The agreement between the entities aims to attract more investment for the program and disseminate training opportunities to accelerate innovation...
Brazil Pact for Business Integrity
14/11/2024
ABES is the first technology entity to support the Brazilian Pact for Business Integrity Brazilian Association of Software Companies becomes an institutional supporter of the CGU Pact, reinforcing its commitment to ethics and transparency in the sector The Association...

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