Microsoft, OAS Expand Cybersecurity Alliance in Latin America Microsoft and the Organization of American States (OEA) are expanding their regional collaboration to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities, improve institutional preparedness, and support the responsible adoption of emerging technologies across Latin America. Microsoft and the Organization of American States (OAS) announced an expanded strategic collaboration to strengthen digital resilience across Latin America. The initiative focuses on cybersecurity, government capacity building, and the responsible adoption of emerging technologies as cyber threats continue to affect economic stability and digital trust across the region. “Digital resilience is no longer only a technology issue; it is a strategic component of competitiveness and economic development,” says Steven Masada, Director of the Digital Crimes Unit, Microsoft. “Working alongside the OAS allows us to scale institutional capabilities and support governments in an increasingly sophisticated digital risk environment.” The expansion of the partnership comes as organizations across Latin America face a growing volume of cyber threats that are increasingly complex, transnational, and costly. As digital transformation initiatives continue across public and private sectors, cybersecurity has become a key factor in protecting economic activity, maintaining operational continuity, and preserving trust in digital services. Governments throughout the region are accelerating the digitization of public services, adopting cloud-based infrastructure, and exploring AI applications. While these technologies create opportunities for efficiency and growth, they also expand the attack surface available to cybercriminals and threat actors. Against this backdrop, public-private collaboration is emerging as a critical mechanism for addressing cybersecurity challenges that no single institution can manage independently. The initiative also reflects increasing recognition that cybersecurity extends beyond technical infrastructure. Digital resilience now plays a direct role in economic competitiveness, investment attraction, regulatory confidence, and the protection of critical services. Regional Cybersecurity Capacity Building Takes Center Stage As part of the expanded collaboration, Microsoft and the