The tourism industry contributes significantly to the economies of many countries and is projected to contribute 10.5% to global GDP by 2025. In honor of World Tourism Day, celebrated every September 27, we explore how the sector is recovering after its decline during the pandemic and the challenges it still faces.

For this edition, we are joined on the cover by Sebastián Salazar, CEO of ProntoPaga, who reveals the new landscape of financial services in the region, driven by the rise of new payment methods, such as digital wallets, and the emergence of fintech companies.

When it comes to business trends, open innovation is currently positioned as the key to achieving business success and development. By not limiting itself solely to internal resources and, instead, collaborating with external stakeholders, we see how this model allows organizations to leverage a broader spectrum of ideas, knowledge, and technologies.

In response to the water crisis, IonAg+ has emerged as a low-cost, low-maintenance water purification system designed to help vulnerable communities gain greater access to clean drinking water. This nanotechnology is revolutionizing the fight against water scarcity.

From the recovery of tourism to the emergence of new financial technologies transforming the region, innovation remains the driving force behind economic and social progress. Collaboration and creativity will be key to meeting the challenges of the future.