Latin American startups and tech companies are struggling to recruit and retain senior developers as U.S. firms outsource jobs to the region, offering higher salaries than local companies can match. Despite recent tech sector layoffs, experienced developers remain scarce, and Latin American startups are forced to become creative in hiring, such as training junior employees. The Covid-19 pandemic increased remote work opportunities for Latin American developers with U.S. companies, exacerbating the talent crunch for local startups. Salaries in Latin America lag significantly behind those in the U.S., with senior developers in Mexico and Argentina earning much less than their American counterparts. Some Latin American startups have benefited from the influx of available talent, but many still struggle to offer competitive salaries and resort to alternatives like stock options and company culture to attract employees.

Season 3 of The Catch, a podcast by Foreign Policy, is set to explore the effects of Russia's war in Ukraine and climate change on the Arctic cod fisheries. Host Ruxandra Guidi will travel to northern Norway to engage with local fishers and processors who find themselves in a challenging situation due to geopolitical tensions and shifting fish migration patterns. Ruxandra Guidi is an experienced journalist with over two decades of storytelling in various formats and has reported extensively across the Americas and the U.S.-Mexico border region.

The article discusses the aftermath of an oil spill by Spanish oil company Repsol off the coast of Ancón, Peru, which the United Nations has called the worst environmental disaster in Peru's recent history. The spill has significantly affected the local fishing industry, with ports at a standstill and fishers unable to work. Repsol hired some fishers to clean up the spill, but they were poorly equipped and some report health issues. The Peruvian government has issued an indefinite fishing ban, impacting food security and livelihoods. Compensation efforts by Repsol have been sporadic and incomplete, with disagreements on the number of affected fishers due to informal fishing practices. The lack of coordination and transparency from the government and Repsol has caused community rifts, and some fishers are considering more extreme protest measures. Repsol did not comment on the situation.

Asencia Tuamana, a community organizer in Cerro Papa, Lima, Peru, started a communal kitchen during the 2020 lockdown to help locals with no income. Despite mockery, the kitchen now serves up to 140 people daily. Rising food prices have forced a 50% increase in meal costs, but Tuamana has limited it to 2-2.5 soles. She faces challenges like vegetable price hikes, gas costs, and market sellers' hostility. Tuamana's vegetable patch has been crucial, especially during farmers' protests. She plans to expand it but needs funds and support, as rising costs threaten her emergency fund. The story is part of a project on how inflation affects women worldwide.

Netflix implemented a new policy in Peru, Chile, and Costa Rica to charge extra for account password sharing outside of a subscriber's household. This move comes as Netflix seeks to address low revenue per user in Latin America and follows a subscriber drop. The policy has caused confusion and inconsistency among users, with some canceling their subscriptions or continuing to share accounts without repercussions. Consumer protection agencies have raised concerns, and Netflix has stated that subscribers can avoid extra charges by not sharing accounts. The impact on the market and potential shifts to competitors or piracy are being watched closely.

The article discusses the unexpected victory of Pedro Castillo of the Perú Libre Party in the first round of Peru's presidential election, despite being overlooked by both international and national media. Castillo, a former school teacher and union leader, is described as a voice for the rural and working-class Peruvians. The article highlights the digital divide in Peru, where internet access is significantly lower in rural areas compared to Lima. Despite this, Castillo's campaign was successful without a strong social media presence, relying on traditional methods and local radio. The article also notes the organic support Castillo received on social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok, especially from rural areas. It suggests that while Castillo's campaign lacked a cohesive digital strategy, it resonated with voters who felt neglected by other candidates. The campaign plans to adapt and enhance its social media outreach for the upcoming runoff election.