by Gabriela | Apr 7, 2017 | Software & fintech, Uruguay
We are delighted to welcome Sebastián Olivera to our blog, one of the organisers of Montevideo FinTech Forum. We ask him why FinTech is a big deal in Uruguay and the region, and why you should think about this event if you’re part of the global fintech world…...
by Gabriela | Aug 27, 2016 | Software & fintech, Trade Shows
Practical tips Last time, we discussed opportunities for exporters around financial inclusion in Latin America. With only a few weeks to go to CLEIF, the region’s main annual conference covering financial inclusion and financial education, let’s cover some top tips on...
by Gabriela | Aug 16, 2016 | Software & fintech
Opportunities for UK exporters Next month, I’ll be attending CLEIF, the Latin American conference on financial inclusion and financial education, here in Uruguay. Speaking to the organisers, it’s clear that the event, which expects about 300 attendees and has...
by Gabriela | Feb 2, 2013 | Doing business, Software & fintech, Uruguay
One of the things that always surprises me in Uruguay is how monetised the economy is. Basically, cash is king. Without going into an analysis of retail banking penetration (let me recommend you some recent research by BBVA here), just by talking to people, you can...
