Category: Articles

Articles written by the Startup Life and Silva team | Lopes Advogados on relevant legal issues in the technology and innovation ecosystem.

SPA – Share Purchase Agreement: what it is and how it works in a M&ASPA – Share Purchase Agreement: what it is and how it works in a M&A
Mateus Zorzi • September 1, 2025

SPA – Share Purchase Agreement: what it is and how it works in a M&A

Understand the definitive agreement (SPA) that formalizes the purchase and sale of a company.

Payment Service Provider (PSP): What It Is, Types, and Authorization RequestPayment Service Provider (PSP): What It Is, Types, and Authorization Request
Mateus Zorzi • September 1, 2025

Payment Service Provider (PSP): What It Is, Types, and Authorization Request

Learn the requirements for becoming a Payment Service Provider and how the Central Bank of Brazil (Bacen) oversees the market.

Payment Scheme: What It Is, Types, and AuthorizationPayment Scheme: What It Is, Types, and Authorization
Mateus Zorzi • September 1, 2025

Payment Scheme: What It Is, Types, and Authorization

Learn about the Payment Schemes in Brazil, the types (open, closed, cross-border) and how to operate.

Digital Bank: what it is and how to open one in BrazilDigital Bank: what it is and how to open one in Brazil
Mateus Zorzi • July 30, 2025

Digital Bank: what it is and how to open one in Brazil

Discover the strategic path to offering a full banking experience in Brazil without becoming a traditional bank, by leveraging mod

eFX – Electronic Foreign Exchange: what it is and how it works in BrazileFX – Electronic Foreign Exchange: what it is and how it works in Brazil
Mateus Zorzi • July 30, 2025

eFX – Electronic Foreign Exchange: what it is and how it works in Brazil

This article offers a detailed look at what eFX is, its operation, benefits, and an in-depth analysis of the key regulations.

Joint Venture: what it is and how it works in BrazilJoint Venture: what it is and how it works in Brazil
Mateus Zorzi • July 30, 2025

Joint Venture: what it is and how it works in Brazil

A Joint Venture represents a strategic partnership between two or more companies

Securitization Company: what Securitization is and how it works in BrazilSecuritization Company: what Securitization is and how it works in Brazil
Mateus Zorzi • July 30, 2025

Securitization Company: what Securitization is and how it works in Brazil

An in-depth look at how these financial entities transform future receivables into present capital, navigating the rules of Law 14

Payment Institution: what it is, types, and authorization request in BrazilPayment Institution: what it is, types, and authorization request in Brazil
Mateus Zorzi • July 30, 2025

Payment Institution: what it is, types, and authorization request in Brazil

From electronic money issuers to acquirers, this guide breaks down the different types of Payment Institutions.

VASP/DASP License: What It Is and How to Obtain It in BrazilVASP/DASP License: What It Is and How to Obtain It in Brazil
Mateus Zorzi • July 30, 2025

VASP/DASP License: What It Is and How to Obtain It in Brazil

VASP Identifies Virtual Asset Service Providers, Companies Responsible for Intermediating Operations.