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A recent study by Rocking Edge, a firm specializing in innovation and business strategy, reveals that Colombian companies are showing remarkable resilience and commitment to digital transformation. According to the report, 69% of companies across multiple sectors plan to either maintain or increase their investment in technology during 2025, despite the challenges posed by inflation and market uncertainty. The survey included over 1,200 companies, ranging from small enterprises to large corporations. Respondents highlighted cybersecurity, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and automation as top priorities. These technologies are seen not only as tools for productivity but also as essential to customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, data protection, and business continuity. What’s particularly significant is that even traditional industries such as agriculture, construction, and retail are beginning to adopt tech solutions at a faster pace. The report notes that the pand...

  Colombia Tech Week 2025 is one of the most anticipated technology events in Latin America. Scheduled to take place between August 18 and August 30 in Bogotá and Medellín, this event will bring together key players from the global innovation ecosystem, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, investors, academics, developers, and policymakers. The event is organized around themes such as artificial intelligence, fintech, health tech, green technology, blockchain, and digital transformation. Attendees will experience more than 200 activities, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, startup demo days, investor pitch rounds, and networking meetups. International experts from Silicon Valley, Europe, and Asia will also attend to share best practices and global tech trends. With more than 15,000 participants expected, Colombia Tech Week seeks to create a robust environment for startup growth, foreign investment attraction, and business matchmaking. The ci...

In an ambitious move toward digital transformation, the Government of Colombia has officially adopted CONPES 4144, a national policy designed to promote the development, adoption, and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) across public and private sectors. This policy marks a historic milestone for the country as it seeks to become a regional leader in AI implementation by 2030. The policy outlines a comprehensive strategy that includes the creation of national guidelines for ethical AI development, incentives for companies and startups working in AI-related fields, and increased investment in research and innovation. A significant portion of the plan is dedicated to building human capital — aiming to educate and train thousands of Colombians in digital skills, data science, and machine learning. Special attention is given to integrating AI in sectors such as healthcare, public safety, education, agriculture, and justice. Another critical component of the strategy is reducing d...