Daniel Lloreda

A 2025 Indiana University study found: ✅ 91% of SMEs using AI saw revenue growth 💰 Up to 30% lower operating costs In other words, despite skepticism, AI is producing measurable ROI.

Software made up 22% of North American private equity deals in early 2025, according to Bain. But margins are tightening. Investors now look for discipline, efficient product development, and a credible path to profitability. Growth still counts, but execution drives returns.

What sets great cross-border founders apart is deep local insight. Knowing why people often prefer to use cash in Mexico or how regulation shapes trust in Colombia. It's not trivia. It's strategy. You don't scale by copying Silicon Valley. You scale by knowing the market.

Every new country or region comes with its own rules. Compliance. Tax. Data. Fintech startups can’t scale across borders without accounting for all three. Precision matters. The smartest founders plan for friction.

AI’s biggest SaaS winners in 2025 aren’t chasing hype. They’re embedding intelligence where it drives measurable ROI — in fintech, logistics, healthcare, and developer tools. Investors don't just want to pay for AI. They’re paying for verifiable value.

AI avatars are trending. But avatars are only worth investors' time if they solve real friction points. Otherwise, they just look cool in a pitch deck. Maintaining trust and solving real problems matter more than tech polish. Watch the use cases, not the hype.

Global VC dipped last quarter, but capital is still flowing. It's going to: ✔️ Early-stage deals ✔️ Applied AI + vertical SaaS ✔️ Capital-efficient models The game isn’t about chasing hype. It’s about spotting resilience where others see slowdown #VC #Startups #AI #Investing

The best investors bring more than capital. That incudes: - Market access - Credibility - Strategic support - Talent connections Founders: Don't just ask how much they’re investing. Ask what else they bring to the table. That’s where real partnership starts.

Founders building cross-border companies: Trust is everything. 1. Start local 2. Earn early wins 3. Respect context 4. Never assume one size fits all Global scale only works when local trust comes first. #Startups #LatAmVC #Founders #CrossBorder #SaaS #Trust

AI startups are changing the fundraising game. Fewer rounds. Faster paths to profitability. More ownership. As investors, we need to rethink the model. The best founders aren’t chasing markups. They’re building sustainable, profitable businesses. #AI #VC #startups

Early-stage SaaS founders love showcasing rapid growth and high valuations. I’m more interested in: – Consistent revenue – Low churn – Low customer acquisition cost It’s not about fast spikes. It’s about showing you know how to build.

Not every successful startup today is AI-powered - and that’s okay. Some of today’s most valuable companies are solving essential, often overlooked problems - with no AI involved. Execution > hype. #startups #VC #fintech #LatAm #AI

What I’ve learned as a cross-border VC: 1️⃣ Conviction > consensus 2️⃣ Early-stage founders need real support, not check-ins 3️⃣ You can't copy-paste across markets 4️⃣ Capital efficiency is underrated 5️⃣ Trust drives deal flow more than pitch decks #VC #LatAm #startups

Building a cross-border startup? It’s more than just market expansion. You’re navigating two legal systems, sales cycles, and buyer behaviors—plus internal cultural gaps. Take the opportunities, but don’t underestimate the complexity. #Startups

Launching a LatAm startup means currency swings, shifting regulations, and fewer funding options. But it also means founders who are resourceful and connected to fast-growing markets. When you understand the risks, you start to see the possibilities. #LatAm #VC #startups

In cross-border deals, cultural fit is as important as product-market fit. A bad translation of your business model can kill global growth. #GoToMarket #CrossBorder

The first 12 months of a startup are a test of vision and survival. Funding helps - but so do intros, feedback, and the right partner calls at 2am. #VentureCapital #FounderSupport

LatAm is back. Inflation is cooling. Currencies are strengthening & confidence in regional markets is rising again. That’s a green light for cross-border investment. I see this as the start of a new cycle in which smart capital can move faster, earlier & deeper across borders.

Not every investor can be on your cap table. Founders, optimize for people who roll up sleeves when things get messy - not just when you’re on TechCrunch. #StartupAdvice #Founders

Some of the most scalable business models in LatAm come from solving unsexy problems - distribution, payments, compliance. That’s where moats are built. #CrossBorderInvesting #HTwenty