Startup Success Stories
The science is already shipping. From extremophile microbes to Earth-observation constellations, LATAM Deep Tech ventures are reaching global markets today, concrete proof points that demystify the journey from lab to market.
Auth0
Auth0 was founded to simplify and secure authentication and authorization for modern applications. From its inception the platform embraced open standards, JSON Web Tokens, OpenID Connect, SAML, so developers could integrate identity features without lock-in.
By mid-2020 it had raised over US$210 million across multiple rounds, culminating in a US$120 million Series E led by Salesforce Ventures at a US$1.92 billion valuation. In March 2021, Okta acquired Auth0.
Tractian
Tractian combines integrated hardware, software, and AI to democratize predictive and preventive maintenance for industrial operations, helping companies optimize equipment performance and reduce downtime.
The company has raised $200 million in total funding, with a notable $120 million Series C led by Sapphire Ventures. Previous backers include General Catalyst, Next47, NGP Capital, and Y Combinator.
Nintx
Nintx translates inter-species biology from plants and microorganisms into multi-target therapies that act on biological pathways and gut-microbiome modulation, leveraging natural mechanisms from Brazilian ecosystems.
Following a $3 million seed round in 2022, the startup closed a $10 million Series A led by Brazilian investors Pitanga, Ecoa Capital, and MOV Investimentos, plus a $2.5 million FINEP grant.
Symbiomics
Symbiomics uses advanced microbiome, genomic, and machine-learning platforms to develop biological products for sustainable agriculture, increasing productivity while reducing reliance on agrochemicals.
With $4.11 million raised across seed rounds, the company secured backing from The Yield Lab Latam, Vesper Ventures, MOV Investimentos, Baraúna Investimentos, and Ecoa Capital.
FabNS
FabNS develops advanced nanoscale analysis using TERS (Tip-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy), combining patented nanoantenna tips with probe microscopy for chemical imaging at nanometric resolution, at one-third of market price.
A spinoff from the Federal University of Minas Gerais, it was selected as a Deep Tech Pioneer in Hello Tomorrow’s 2024 Challenge and recognized as MIT Innovators Under 35.
Photio
Photio creates nanoparticle additives that transform urban surfaces into air-purification agents, degrading atmospheric pollutants when exposed to light through synergistic photocatalysts.
Selected as Deep Tech Pioneer & Track Winner in Hello Tomorrow’s 2023 Challenge, the startup received Startup Chile Growth support and won the Premio de Innovación PwC.
Strong by Form
Strong by Form uses bio-inspired digital manufacturing to create high-performance structural wood components through computational optimization and robotic manufacturing, enabling wood to replace steel, concrete, and aluminum.
Selected as Deep Tech Pioneer & Track Winner in Hello Tomorrow’s 2022 Challenge, the company received Leonard SEED Program support and Latam Cleantech 25 recognition.
Splight
Splight develops advanced grid-operations AI that addresses energy curtailment and grid congestion, optimizing electrical-grid performance to maximize renewable-energy integration.
The startup raised $12 million in seed funding led by noa (formerly A/O), with participation from EDP Ventures, Elewit, Draper Cygnus, Ascent Energy Ventures, and the UC Berkeley Foundation.
Establishment Labs
Establishment Labs manufactures minimally invasive, next-generation breast implants under the Motiva Implants® brand, with 25 patents and 200 patent applications across 25 jurisdictions, distributing to over 70 countries.
With $121 million raised across eight rounds and a NASDAQ listing at $1.8 billion valuation, it is Latin America’s most valuable medical-technology venture. Key investors include Madryn Asset Management, JW Asset Management, and Crown Predator Holdings.
Sistema.bio
Sistema.bio provides biodigester solutions for sustainable waste management and renewable-energy generation, converting organic waste into clean energy and nutrient-rich fertilizer across Latin America.
Operating hubs in Mexico and Colombia with partnerships across a dozen LATAM countries, it raised $22.8 million across three Series B rounds between 2024–2025. Investors include KawiSafi, AXA Investment Managers, EcoEnterprises Fund, and Novastar Ventures.
Antarka
Antarka develops DNA-repair enzymes from Antarctic extremophile organisms for skincare, achieving 100% UV-damage repair efficacy in ex-vivo human skin using visible-light-activated photolyases.
Selected as Deep Tech Pioneer in Hello Tomorrow’s 2023 Challenge, the Universidad de la República spinoff received backing from SOSV/IndieBio and Grid Exponential.