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Sheinbaum Announces “Gamer Tax” Cancellation
By Fernando Mares - Fri, 12/26/2025 - 09:15
President Sheinbaum said the 8% tax on violent games was cancelled due to technical difficulties for tax classification. This is the Week in Policy!
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Ellison Supports Skydance Deal as Mexico Loosens Google Rules
By Duncan Randall - Wed, 12/24/2025 - 14:15
Larry Ellison backs a US$40.4 billion Skydance bid, private 5G spend nears US$5 billion by 2028, and Mexico clears Google contract clauses.
Economic Growth / Video Game Tax Cancelled
By Paloma Duran - Tue, 12/23/2025 - 12:27
The government celebrates the economic upturn in the final months of 2025 and announces removal of violent video game tax.
Electronic, Gaming Lead 2025 Holiday Purchases in Mexico
By MBN Staff - Tue, 12/23/2025 - 11:30
Electronics, gaming, and digital gifts drive Mexico’s 2025 holiday retail landscape, as tech-savvy, value-focused consumers boost e-commerce.
Mexico Approves IEPS Reform: New Taxes on Soda, Violent Games
By Paloma Duran - Wed, 10/22/2025 - 12:43
Mexico’s Congress approved new IEPS taxes on light drinks and violent video games after a tense debate.
Small Studios at Risk in Mexico’s 8% Violent Game Tax Plan
By Diego Valverde - Thu, 09/11/2025 - 16:30
Mexico proposes 8% tax on violent video games in 2026 plan, expecting MX$183 million revenue; industry warns small studios face competitive risks
Ulta Beauty Debuts in Mexico; Pinterest and Mercado Libre Partner
By Mariana Allende - Thu, 09/11/2025 - 12:14
Mercado Libre debuts Pinterest Shopping in Latin America, Ulta Beauty enters Mexico, and the government proposes higher consumption taxes.
Mexico Plans Tax Hikes on Tobacco, Sugary Drinks, and Games
By MBN Staff - Tue, 09/09/2025 - 11:11
Mexico’s 2026 Economic Package proposes higher taxes on tobacco, sugary drinks, games, and gambling to boost revenue.
Nintendo Unveils Switch 2; Mexico Could be A Key Market
By Diego Valverde - Thu, 01/16/2025 - 16:20
Nintendo unveils the Switch 2, eyeing Mexico and Latin America as key markets; the launch is set for 2025.

GenAI Reshapes Banking, Affects Latin American Jobs: AI Week
By Diego Valverde - Thu, 08/08/2024 - 12:03
Generative AI is revolutionizing banking with tailored products, while AI may impact up to 38% of jobs in Latin America