Circular Brain raises $3.5M to expand e-waste platform in Latin America

Funding Round: Raised US $3.5 million in late May 2025 from Lorene Urban Mining, a metals recycling firm operating in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Japan, and Israel InventU+7LatamList+7nextbillion.net+7.
Purpose of Funds: The capital will be used to scale its e-waste traceability platform across Latin America, integrating a network of 20 dismantlers and 200 logistics vehicles LinkedIn+6LatamList+6ScrapMonster+6.
Business Model: Circular Brain connects collection centers, transporters, dismantlers, and recyclers through certified, traceable credit systems—helping manufacturers comply with Brazil’s waste regulations YouTube+7LatamList+7ScrapMonster+7.
Relevance: This round reflects strong investor interest in climate-tech solutions focused on circular economy, urban mining, and e-waste management—key growth segments in LATAM’s sustainable development.