Brazil makes progress in AI and tech innovation this week.

Brazil consolidates its global position in technology and innovation.

The week of November 12-14 marks an intense period of technological advancements for Brazil. While the country reaffirms its regional leadership in tech salaries and prepares world-class AI infrastructure, events such as Digital Week in Santos and startup initiatives abroad demonstrate Brazil's leading role in the global innovation landscape.

AI supercomputer reinforces digital sovereignty.

Brazil is about to receive one of the five most powerful artificial intelligence supercomputers in the world. The initiative, part of the Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan, foresees investments of up to R$ 23 billion by 2028 and aims to strengthen data security and national digital sovereignty.

Salary leadership in Latin America

According to a Deel report on global compensation in 2025, Brazil leads in remuneration for technology professionals in Latin America. Brazilian engineers and data scientists receive, on average, US$$ 67,000 per year. However, there are internal disparities: professionals in sales, marketing, product, and design are still far from the standards of the main technological powers.

Salaries by area (in annual dollars):

Engineering and data: Men receive US$$ 88,000; women, US$$ 62,000
Products and design: Men receive US$110,000 for four-month periods; women, US$96,000 for four-month periods.
Sales and marketing: Men receive US$$ 66,000; women, US$$ 61,000

Digital Week brings together global leaders in Santos.

The first edition of Digital Week takes place between November 13th and 14th in Santos, with free admission and over 100 speakers. The event brings together executives from major companies, such as the CEO of WhatsApp, consolidating the city as a hub for innovation and technology.

Investment in AI is growing among Brazilian companies.

Data from the Brazilian Association of Software Companies (ABES) shows that 961,300 Brazilian companies already use or intend to use artificial intelligence in the next 12 months. Furthermore, 751,300 medium and large-sized companies plan to increase investments in Information Technology by 2025.

The transformation reflects a structural change: while in 2004 more than 67% of national investments in technology were concentrated in hardware, in 2024 this proportion fell to 47%, with software and services advancing to 53%.

Brazil on the international stage

The country continues to play a leading role in global events. At Web Summit Lisbon 2025, a delegation of over 370 Brazilian startups and companies is showcasing innovations. Simultaneously, Serpro fully sponsored 25 startups at the event, reinforcing Brazil's role as a driver of new businesses and a partner in digital transformation.

National satellite 100% on imminent launch.

The Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) is about to launch the first satellite with national 100% technology by the end of November. The equipment will be dedicated to climate monitoring, combining technological innovation with environmental sustainability.

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