Agenda 2026

Join us for the first edition of Digital Infra Leaders’ Summit LATAM. Half a day of unfiltered, Chatham House Rule discussions among CEOs, C-level executives, board members, and key stakeholders from the Digital Infrastructure ecosystem in LATAM. No spectators. Only candid exchange on the forces reshaping our industry. 

Limited to a tightly curated group - your seat is held by personal invitation. Reserved for the select few who steer digital infrastructure across LATAM and beyond. 

If you’re interested in joining, please contact maeve.debordons@capacityglobal.com 

IMPORTANT: Invitation only. A Capacity LATAM pass does not grant access to this activity.

IMPORTANTE: Somente para convidados. O ingresso do Capacity LATAM não garante entrada nesta atividade.

Your First Big Connection Moment.

Join us for networking drinks on the lawn!

For the first time in over 20 years of Capacity LATAM, we will be incorporating the Datacloud spirit to an exclusive reunion of 30 senior executives from influential data center operators, hyperscalers, power & energy providers, finance and key vendors in the region. 

We are delighted to present the invite-only Datacloud Dinner on the 16th of March at the Capacity LATAM venue, the Grand Hyatt, Sao Paulo. A unique chance to reunite with the key players in the Latin-American Data Centre ecosystem, for an evening of conversation, connections and a fabulous dinner. Taking place from 6.30pm to 10pm, this unique, private event will be a place to nurture connections, align perspectives and drive consensus for the future of the LATAM Data Centers.

IMPORTANT: Invitation only. A Capacity LATAM pass does not grant access to this activity.

IMPORTANTE: Somente para convidados. O ingresso do Capacity LATAM não garante entrada nesta atividade.

Latin America’s digital infrastructure boom depends not only on capital and demand, but also on the strength of its ecosystem. Collaboration between data centre operators, fiber, providers, hyperscalers, and vendors is vital to overcome supply chain constraints, accelerate deployment, and ensure resilience in a region where complexity and opportunity are equally high.

• Collaboration as a Growth Driver: Joint ventures, co-builds, and cross industry partnerships are reshaping how networks, data centers, and cloud platforms scale across LATAM.

• Supply Chain Resilience: Addressing global component shortages, import bottlenecks, and logistics challenges through diversified sourcing and regional manufacturing.

• New Investment Models: Co-investment and vendor-financing structures that share risk while enabling faster delivery of AI-ready and sustainable capacity.

Latin America is attracting unprecedented levels of digital infrastructure investment, with telcos, hyperscalers, and private equity driving a pipeline that could exceed US$100 billion by 2030. Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Uruguay are emerging as anchor markets, while political cycles and tariff uncertainty continue to shape risk assessments. This keynote sets the stage by framing the scale, direction, and conditions of the investment boom.

• How political and regulatory shifts in 2025–2026 – including elections, tariffs changes, and ANATEL board transitions - will influence capital allocation.

• Why São Paulo, Santiago, Querétaro, Bogotá, and Uruguay are becoming hubs for AI-ready capacity.

• Balancing short-term uncertainty with long-term fundamentals: the enduring demand for cloud, AI, and connectivity.

The rise of next‑generation digital hubs in Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Mexico, and Campinas illustrates a new wave of mega‑campuses built for AI and high‑density compute. These hubs combine renewable energy, advanced cooling, and strategic regional partnerships to enable sovereign‑scale infrastructure across Latin America. The keynote explores what it takes to turn vision into reality.

• Case study: Elea’s Rio hub, highlighting the key enablers of AI‑ready infrastructure
• Power sourcing, subsea connectivity, workforce development, and permitting frameworks.
• The Campinas hub spans 1M square meters with 300MW already guaranteed and a clear expansion path to 1GW - a unique achievement in Brazil, with no other company securing this level of energy in the same timeframe.
• Terranova's Mexican active and operating site -  delivered in just 10 months, demonstrating rapid execution and reliability.
• Risks of “hype vs. delivery” and the path to making digital hubs fully operational.

Brazil’s fragmented ISP market is unlike anywhere else in the world, with more than 20,000 providers delivering 63% of FTTH connections. We will explore how scaling this ecosystem as consolidation, fixed wireless, and bundled services reshape competition. This session highlights ISP innovation and its role in bridging the digital divide. 

• How consolidation and partnerships- such as Vero + America Net - are scaling regional operators. 

• Growth opportunities: bundling content, security, IoT, and fixed wireless access. 

• The role of ISPs in expanding rural and suburban connectivity where major operators face hurdles. 

Latin America’s cities are the testbeds for next-gen connectivity, where 5G, fibre densification, and IoT converge. From mass events in Rio to smart utilities in São Paulo, urban use cases highlight how networks adapt to massive demand and complexity. This panel dives into real-world case studies and lessons. 

• SABESP smart water metering (São Paulo): connectivity at infrastructure scale. 

• Lady Gaga Copacabana concert (Rio): 2.5M people as a stress test for 5G density. 

• How city governments, utilities, and telcos collaborate to make “connected cities” work. 

As AI and hyperscale workloads accelerate, energy is emerging as the single biggest constraint - and potential differentiator - for LATAM. Brazil is grappling with grid limitations and water stress, Chile is balancing hydropower with droughts, while Uruguay stands out with near-100% renewable energy. This session examines whether green energy will be the region’s competitive advantage or bottleneck.

• How PPAs, solar/wind farms, and partnerships - such as Patria–Casa dos Ventos, Scala–Serena - are powering growth.

• The race to design data centers with renewable-first, liquid cooling, and efficiency standards.

• Can LATAM position itself as the world’s green compute powerhouse amid global AI demand?

The Andes are emerging as a strategic digital corridor, combining Bogotá’s free-trade-zone advantages, Chile’s hyperscale investments, and Peru’s evolving regulatory scene. Together, these markets highlight innovation and policy shifts driving regional growth. 

• Colombia’s Bogotá as a hub: Equinix, Scala, KIO, and HostDime scaling inside FTZs. 

• Chile’s US$4B AWS region and “Transforma Chile” initiative advancing sustainability and AI. 

• Terrestrial fiber backbones across the Andes are strengthening redundancy, enabling sovereign hosting, and providing critical east–west routes that complement subsea systems. 

• How Andean countries are positioning for redundancy, sovereign hosting, and talent growth. 

The Southern Cone is experimenting with unique models to attract digital infrastructure, from Argentina’s nuclear-powered AI data centre vision to Uruguay’s green energy-backed Google campus. Southern Brazil, with Ceará and Bahia’s renewable projects, is also rising as a hyperscale hub. 

• Argentina’s “Nuclear City” and ARSAT’s federal backbone as foundations for AI and DC growth. 

• Uruguay’s >90% renewable grid, Google’s US$850M Canelones build, and Firmina subsea cable landing. 

• Terrestrial fibre and cross-border backbones are vital for resilience, connecting inland metros to coastal landing points and enabling redundancy across Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil. 

• Renewable-rich southern Brazil as a launchpad for hyperscale mega-campuses. 

An opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations from industry thought leaders, see known and new faces, and make real, in person connections with the amazing women who make things happen in our industry. 

Asian investment, driven by China’s Digital Silk Road and supported by partners from Japan and regional funds, is rapidly transforming Latin America’s digital landscape. From 5G networks to data centers and subsea cables, Asia’s influence is reshaping how the region connects, computes, and competes in the global digital economy. 

• Infrastructure Transformation: How Asian-backed 5G, fiber, and cloud projects are accelerating LATAM’s digitalization. 

• Strategic Balancing: Navigating opportunities and risks around data sovereignty, cybersecurity, and geopolitical influence. 

• Next-Gen Partnerships: What’s next for LATAM–APAC collaboration in smart cities, fintech, and digital infrastructure financing. 

As Capacity LATAM 2026 draws to a close, this session will synthesize the key insights from across the event and chart a path forward for Latin America’s role in the global digital economy. Bringing together leaders from across the ecosystem, the discussion will highlight achievements, identify priorities, and explore opportunities for cross-border collaboration to position the region as a true global hub. 

• Key Takeaways: Reflect on the main insights from the conference, including infrastructure growth, innovation, and the region’s evolving position in global connectivity. 

• Next Steps: Outline practical actions for industry, policymakers, and investors to accelerate LATAM’s digital transformation. 

• Collaboration Opportunities: Explore how cross-border partnerships and regional alignment can strengthen LATAM’s role as a digital hub for the world.