Mexico Strengthens AI and Tech Innovation: AI, Cloud & Data

This week, Mexico strengthens its position in the AI and tech sectors, with Foxconn and NVIDIA advancing AI development through Project Stargate and SEP launching a semiconductor lab. Meanwhile, predictive analytics and generative AI are revolutionizing industries like finance and retail, but cybersecurity risks remain a concern as AI technology continues to evolve.

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Quantum Computing Meets AI: Power in Collaborative Intelligence

AI is rapidly evolving in Latin America, and Mexico is positioning itself as a regional leader in AI adoption. Quantum computing is expected to complement AI, driving breakthroughs in areas like pharmaceuticals and supply chain optimization. Together, AI and quantum computing promise to revolutionize various sectors in the coming years, says Francisco Aguirre, LATAM Artificial Intelligence Senior Principal, Dell Technologies. 

Reimagining Financial Services With Predictive Analytics

The rapid adoption of predictive analytics is revolutionizing how financial institutions in Mexico manage risk, streamline operations, and personalize client experiences. In an increasingly complex data landscape and a competitive market, leaders are leveraging advanced modeling techniques to extract insights from historical data, enabling faster and accurate decision-making across their organizations.

Risk & Reward: Predictive Analytics in Fraud Detection

Mexico's credit landscape has transformed significantly over the past decade. Credit has expanded, with penetration reaching 36.8% of the adult population by 2023, according to the National Banking and Securities Commission (CNBV). The rise of fintech has further revolutionized credit delivery: by 2024, more than 50% of consumer credit in Mexico was originated or managed digitally, a figure that has nearly doubled in five years, noted Joaquín Domínguez, Chief Credit Officer, Ualá.

Turning Predictive Analytics Into Actionable Retail Strategies

Predictive analytics is reshaping decision-making in retail and e-commerce. However, unlocking its full potential requires more than large datasets; it demands clarity of purpose. The key lies in defining the right questions before diving into data and technology.

Empowering the Mexican Ecosystem Through Cybersecurity, AI

Artificial intelligence will not dominate humanity, at least not yet. However, it is fundamentally reshaping how businesses, governments, and societies operate. According to Pablo Corona, President, Mexican Internet Association, the conversation about AI must shift from hype and fear to realistic opportunities, protections, and responsibilities.

Beyond the Hype: Strategic AI Investments in Cybersecurity

The use of AI in cybersecurity has significantly grown in recent years, driven by the need to protect systems from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. However, despite AI’s potential, many companies face challenges in effectively integrating these solutions within their existing security architectures. 

Harnessing Data, AI, and Cloud to Transform Decision Making

Corporate data and analytics strategies have undergone a significant transformation in the past year. These sectors have shifted their focus from internal process optimization and AI-driven decision-making to ethical and responsible data utilization, strict regulatory adherence, and data protection. This evolution also includes the deep integration of AI into products and services, as well as data democratization, says Ernesto Serrano, General Manager, Snowflake Mexico.

GenAI, a Key Factor for Business Competitiveness

The integration of generative AI (GenAI) into business processes and projects is transforming how organizations approach data, decision-making, and operational execution. Unlike earlier technologies focused on optimizing individual tasks, GenAI is driving broad organizational transformation through scalable and reusable systems, according to Juan Francisco Aguilar, Director General, Dell Technologies México. 

Business Trends Arising With Generative AI

Generative AI (Gen AI) is emerging as a transformative force in the global business landscape, offering the ability to create text, images, videos, audio, or code across diverse use cases. While AI has existed for decades, the evolution from basic machine learning models to advanced generative models marks a pivotal shift in how businesses interact with technology. 

AI Agents Boost Productivity but Increase Cybersecurity Risks

AI agents, developed by companies such as OpenAI and Google, represent a technological advancement that has the potential to streamline business processes. However, experts warn that their autonomy could also be exploited by cybercriminals to carry out more sophisticated and harder-to-mitigate attacks.

Foxconn Builds NVIDIA AI Servers in Mexico for Stargate Project

Foxconn and NVIDIA have begun production of the GB200 NVL72 data center servers in Mexico. This infrastructure is primarily intended for Project Stargate, the OpenAI and US government initiative to drive large-scale AI development.

SEP Launches Semiconductor Lab to Boost Tech Innovation

SEP launches Mexico’s first Semiconductor Design Laboratory at the National Technological Institute of Mexico (TecNM) in Aguascalientes. The facility aims to strengthen the country's position in semiconductor design and technology education, contributing to national growth and technological self-sufficiency.