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eMerge Americas 2026: A Leap into the Future of Technology

eMerge Americas has made a significant announcement: Mastercard and Recorded Future will join forces as title sponsors for the upcoming eMerge Americas 2026. This partnership symbolizes the growing economic prowess of South Florida as a global hub for fintech, cybersecurity, and technological innovation.

The event underscores eMerge Americas' pivotal role in the tech landscape, characterizing it as a premier platform for advancing technology and innovation. As South Florida accelerates its digital economy, the infusion of cybersecurity, venture capital, and emerging technologies materially influences the future of financial tech and security protocols. Miami is fast becoming a conduit for innovation across Latin America, showcasing its capacity as a vibrant tech ecosystem.

Mastercard, a longstanding innovator in the region, continues to cultivate deep connections within the fintech community, building alliances with startups, financial institutions, and tech enterprises. The 2024 acquisition of Recorded Future, known for being the world’s largest threat intelligence provider, enriches this partnership. By merging Mastercard’s extensive expertise in identity and fraud prevention with Recorded Future’s AI-driven threat intelligence platform, they are setting new standards in how institutions anticipate and respond to cyber threats. This collaboration aims to safeguard digital transactions while enhancing the resilience of multiple sectors.

“Our partnership with Recorded Future propels us toward enhancing the security architecture essential for instilling trust among consumers and businesses,” remarked Johan Gerber, Executive Vice President of Security Solutions at Mastercard. The essence of their collaboration hinges on developing intelligence-driven security solutions that reinforce the foundation of the digital economy.

Melissa Medina, co-founder and CEO of eMerge Americas, stated, “The rise of South Florida as an intriguing tech market cannot be overstated. The growth in fintech, venture capital, and digital infrastructure is fostering a truly global innovation hub. Mastercard and Recorded Future are vital in constructing the secure digital foundations necessary for financial innovation. We take pride in collaborating with them to unite the global tech community in Miami.”

Attendees at eMerge Americas 2026 can look forward to an inaugural conference on April 23 organized by Mastercard and Recorded Future, featuring a 2,500 square-foot interactive exhibition demonstrating cutting-edge fintech and cybersecurity technologies. Additionally, tailored networking events for founders, financial institutions, investors, and policymakers will be organized, facilitating connections and opportunities throughout the event.

About the Partners

Mastercard: Operating in over 200 countries and territories, Mastercard empowers economies and individuals alike. It offers a broad range of digital payment solutions, ensuring that transactions are secure, seamless, and accessible. Through innovation, partnerships, and advanced technology, Mastercard delivers unique products and services that enable people and communities to thrive.

Recorded Future: As the biggest threat intelligence provider globally, Recorded Future specializes in delivering end-to-end intelligence about adversaries and their operational environment. By indexing data from the open web to the dark web, it allows clients to have real-time visibility on their attack surface and the ever-evolving threat landscape. With over 1,900 clients worldwide, Recorded Future provides actionable intelligence that organizations can utilize to navigate risks confidently.

eMerge Americas: This organization acts as a strategic coordinator and innovation catalyst, connecting global enterprises, startups, investors, and government leaders to drive advancements in AI, finance, health, and national security. Since its inception in 2014, eMerge Americas has gathered over 20,000 attendees annually from over 50 countries, facilitating substantial venture capital investments.

With such an array of cutting-edge innovations being showcased, eMerge Americas 2026 promises to be an event where the future of technology unfolds before our very eyes.