Author: Anton Foek

Investing in Brazil

Mercosur – Singapore Trade Agreement

Unbeatable agreement eyesonbrasil Sao Paulo, 29 July 2026– The Mercosur–Singapore Free Trade Agreement officially entered into force for Brazil on August 1, 2026, guaranteeing zero-tariff access for 100% of Brazilian exports to Singapore. Following its earlier implementation in Uruguay and Paraguay, the pact establishes common operational standards to improve trade predictability and fluidity. Beyond duty…
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Navigating the EU AI Act

Legal Liability, Transparency, and the New Rules for AI in Newsrooms eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 26, 2026 – The landmark European Union AI Act introduces stringent guardrails that directly impact how newsrooms leverage artificial intelligence. Under these new regulations, using AI assistants to draft or generate news articles is subject to heightened scrutiny, forcing editorial teams…
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Tupinambá de Olivença Indigenous Territory in Acuípe de Cima

The Palm That Could Fuel a Beauty Boom — Or Break a Forest

In a corner of Bahia’s Atlantic Forest, a small palm fruit sits at the center of a big question: can traditional communities cash in on global demand without cashing out the ecosystem that makes it possible? eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 22, 2026 – Visiting the Tupinambá de Olivença Indigenous Territory in Acuípe de Cima, Bahia, Brazil,…
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China's Flying Cars Are Leaving the Runway

China’s Flying Cars Are Leaving the Runway — And the Factory Floor

eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 22, 2026 – For decades, the flying car was science fiction’s favorite broken promise. In 2026, China is trying to make good on it — not with a single prototype, but with actual assembly lines. Backed by a national policy push around what Beijing calls the “low-altitude economy,” a handful of Chinese…
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The Seleção of Spectators

How Brazil Learned to Watch the World Cup Final From the Couch eyesonbrasil There is a very specific kind of pain reserved only for Brazilians this July 19th. It’s not the pain of losing a final. It’s the pain of not even being in one — and watching your oldest, most beloved, most insufferable rival…
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The AI Native Revolution in Education

Within Mature and Emerging Economies eyesonbrasil Rio de Janeiro/ Amsterdam, July 12th 2026–Traditional educational models in emerging markets often struggle with a severe lack of physical infrastructure, outdated learning materials, and a chronic shortage of trained teachers. The rise of AI native technology now offers a historic opportunity to leapfrog these long-standing challenges. Instead of simply digitizing…
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São Paulo: selective growth in a maturing market

Brazil: Real Estate, Investing and Fun eyesonbrasil São Paulo/ Amsterdam, July 12th 2026– São Paulo’s real estate market presents a nuanced but telling picture in 2026. According to the June 2026 FipeZAP report, the average price per square metre in the city stands at R$ 12,055. Notably, Vitória (Espírito Santo) recently overtook São Paulo as…
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For everyone in Indonesia advancing her/his career

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Indonesia Takes Off

A New Powerhouse in Fintech, Agriculture and CO₂ Markets eyesnindonesia Indonesia is a country of continents. Very vast, diverse and full of momentum. With 280 million people, a young population and a rapidly expanding digital economy, the country is becoming one of the most compelling growth stories in Asia. Fintech adoption is accelerating at remarkable…
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The Football Agent, The Gatekeeper

How Football Talent from the Periphery Reaches the Top of the World eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, April 1st 2026– Modern football is no longer a sport in the traditional sense of the word. It is a global industry with revenues that surpass those of many mid-sized nations, with intersections in finance, commerce, geopolitics and media rights. And…
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