Guatemala Portal Editorial

News

TuPistaGt Earns International Recognition from Crime Stoppers for Tackling Crime with Technology

Guatemala’s TuPistaGt wins the global Innovation in Tackling Crime Award for creating the world’s first anonymous crime-reporting channel via WhatsApp, transforming public safety through technology.

News

Disrupt Fest 2025 Celebrates a Decade of Tech, Talent, and Investment in Central America

Disrupt Fest 2025 celebrates its 10th edition in Guatemala, bringing together over 2,000 innovators, investors, and startups to strengthen the Central American tech ecosystem.

Brands

Alorica Expands Workforce and Social Initiatives in Guatemala

Alorica Guatemala generates 5,000 jobs, invests in talent development, and leads community initiatives, reinforcing its role in the local BPO sector.

Life Style

Antigua Guatemala Hosted Global Jade Exhibition Welcoming Artists and Visitors This October

Antigua Guatemala will host an international gathering of jade artists from eight countries, showcasing handcrafted pieces, talks, and exhibitions that celebrate Mesoamerica’s millennia-old jade heritage.

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Mastercard Report Reveals Guatemala Among Most Vulnerable to Cyberattacks

Mastercard’s Cyber Insights Report shows a 200% rise in cyberattacks in Guatemala, urging stronger digital resilience and cybersecurity investment.

News

Wingo Launches Guatemala-Bogotá Flights as DGAC Strengthens Regional Air Links

Guatemala strengthens its international air connectivity as DGAC welcomes Wingo’s new Bogotá route and Air Canada’s direct Montreal flights, boosting tourism, trade, and economic growth.

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Nequi Expands to Central America: Digital Banking Innovation Arrives in El Salvador and Guatemala

Nequi expands to El Salvador and Guatemala, bringing Colombia’s digital banking expertise and over 30 services to Central America, empowering users with financial inclusion, credit, and digital tools.

Business

Guatemala–UK relations deepen with focus on business and culture

Guatemala’s Embassy in the UK held talks at the British Parliament to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, tourism, and investment, reaffirming its global engagement.

News

Guatemala Strengthens Its Early Warning System with Support from Japan

Guatemala enhances its early warning system with support from Japan and UNESCO, boosting disaster prevention and response capacity.

News

Antigua hosts Tea Festival 2025 with a week of aromas and art

Experience Tea Festival 2025 in Guatemala — a week of tea tastings, culture, and wellness from Nov 3–9 in Antigua and Guatemala City.

News

Transforming homes from the root: Habitat’s 2025 Housing Forum

Habitat’s 2025 Housing Forum in Guatemala brought together public, private, and social sectors to tackle the housing deficit under the theme “Impact from the Root.”

Brands

Guatemala welcomes MINISO Land, a new retail experience hub

Miniso opens MINISO LAND in Guatemala, offering a fun, colorful shopping experience with toys, accessories, tech, and Instagram-worthy spaces.