Human Behavior's Role in Security Breaches

Nadia Benaissa, Global Head of Marketing, Paymentology, talks about upscaling adoption of fintechs, fraud policies and a new way of creating hyper personalization.

Konrad Merino, Head of Blockchain Success, Near Foundation, talks about blockchain’s transparency and efficiency, cybersecurity concerns and real-life blockchain use cases.

Last week, United Auto Workers embarked on a historic strike that simultaneously targeted General Motors, Ford and Stellantis: America’s "Big Three" automakers. Meanwhile, reports suggest the Zacatecas’ economy has started to feel the pressure from the strike at Newmont’s Peñasquito mine. In addition, Heineken Mexico announced the company's first brewing plant in Yucatan. This and more in our weekly newsletter. Watch now!

AIFA submitted a substantial budget increase request for the upcoming fiscal year. Workers at GM and Stellantis went on strike, demanding a 46% salary increase and Lukoil, a Russian oil company, started looking for business opportunities in the Mexican market. This and more. Watch Now!

José Luis Vargas, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Provenir, discusses the advantages of cloud-native technology, quick access to data for decision-making and the transparency and value of drag-and-drop in fintech.

Last week, Claudia Sheinbaum became MORENA's presidential candidate, marking the first time two women will lead Mexico's presidential race. Xóchitl Gálvez will lead the effort to topple MORENA and also aims to revive the Mining Fund. Elsewhere, the Supreme Court decriminalizes federal abortion laws and CFE invites electricity industry companies to help ensure a reliable energy supply. This and more. Watch now!

Jesús Salas, Co-Founder and CEO, CodersLink, talks about the most in-demand skills in the IT industry, the impact of remote work on leadership and the differences in the technical talent scene between the US and Mexico.

Last week, the National Hydrocarbons Commission approves Woodside and PEMEX’s plan to develop the Trion ultra-deepwater field in the Gulf of Mexico. Fitch Ratings maintains its 'BBB-' credit rating and stable outlook for CFE. Experts explore creating the Lithium Producing and Exporting Countries Organization and challenges in Mexico's lithium sector. This and more. Watch now!

Last week, Total Energies' Mexican subsidiary gained CNH approval for an ambitious hydrocarbon exploration project in Mexico. Meanwhile, CEMEX reported 36% of clean energy use in its production in 2022 and experts speculated that Mexico might not get the 4% growth projected for the country this year as the economy appears on track to slow down by the second half of 2023. This and more. Watch now!

Last week, data showed outstanding growth for the heavy-vehicle segment in Mexico this year. CNA warned that climate change has put food security at risk and the country experienced a 41% increase in foreign direct investment during the first half of 2023. This and more. Watch now!

Last week,  President  López Obrador proposed the creation of a national stockpile of medication to solve the shortage of drugs in the country. Meanwhile, Nuevo Leon Gov. Samuel García traveled to India to attract investment to the state and Banxico proposed regulatory adjustments to enhance the security of digital payment systems. This and more. Watch now!

Last week, Mercado Libre reported a 26% surge in online sales of new cars in 1H23. CFE's marketing branch calls for natural gas distribution in the Yucatan Peninsula. US Department of Transportation postpones review of Allegiant Air and VivaAerobus joint venture. This and more. Watch now!