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In May 2024, Warren Buffett — the legendary investor and one of the most influential figures in modern capitalism — announced he will step down as the head of Berkshire Hathaway. At 93 years old, Buffett revealed that Greg Abel, the company’s Vice Chairman, will be his successor. More than a simple leadership transition, this change represents a crucial test for the organizational culture Buffett has built over decades — a culture that has become the true engine behind Berkshire's consistent performance. Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a conglomerate valued in the hundreds of billions of dollars, encompassing businesses like GEICO, Duracell, BNSF Railway, and many others. At the heart of this empire is not just Buffett’s remarkable investment acumen — though that certainly played a role — but a solid corporate philosophy grounded in principles such as integrity, managerial autonomy, long-term thinking, and financial responsibility. This culture is what has allowed Berk...

  In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital infrastructure, Brazil is emerging as a pivotal player. With a confluence of strategic government policies, abundant renewable energy resources, and significant foreign investments, the country is positioning itself as a prime destination for data center development. Strategic Government Initiatives The Brazilian government has unveiled a national policy aimed at attracting data center investments, projecting an influx of R$2 trillion (approximately $352 billion) over the next decade. This initiative includes tax exemptions on key federal taxes—PIS, Cofins, IPI, and import duties—for IT-related capital expenditures, while excluding construction-related costs. To qualify, projects must utilize 100% renewable energy and contribute to Brazil's AI ecosystem. Finance Minister Fernando Haddad is actively promoting this policy to tech executives in Silicon Valley, emphasizing Brazil's clean energy potential and political neutrality as ...