25 h. ago Costa Rica Leads AI Adoption in Small Businesses Across Latin America

Costa Rica is standing out as a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). About 50% of Costa Rican SMEs now use AI tools in their daily operations, according to Trycore, a hyper-automation firm working across Latin America. These businesses are tapping into AI for tasks like customer […] The post Costa Rica Leads AI Adoption in Small Businesses Across Latin America appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Economics

30 h. ago Viva Aerobus Connects Monterrey to San José, Costa Rica with New Route

Mexican airline Viva Aerobus is launching a new international route linking Monterrey, Nuevo León, with San José, Costa Rica, starting October 30, 2025. This direct flight offers travelers a convenient and affordable way to hop between these two dynamic cities, marking Viva’s first-ever service to Costa Rica. Flights will run twice weekly. From Monterrey, planes […] The post Viva Aerobus Connects Monterrey to San José, Costa Rica with New Route appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Politics

34 h. ago Costa Rica’s Punta Leona Resort at Center of Beach Access Controversy

Punta Leona Beach Club & Nature Resort and the mayor of Garabito, Francisco González, are locked in a dispute over public access to Playa Blanca and Playa Mantas, as well as the legality of several constructions on the site. The mayor released a video during an inspection this Wednesday, in which he indicated there is […] The post Costa Rica’s Punta Leona Resort at Center of Beach Access Controversy appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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46 h. ago Costa Rica’s Wildlife and the Camera Trap Method That Won Me Over

To change your mind on previously strongly held convictions can be viewed in two different lights. You’re either an open-minded individual that allows new information to influence their beliefs or you’re a flip-flopper of the first degree whose opinions depend on the way the wind is blowing. I’m not sure if I’m open-minded or a flip-flopper, but I must […] The post Costa Rica’s Wildlife and the Camera Trap Method That Won Me Over appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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56 h. ago Costa Rica Faces Scrutiny After Murder of Exiled Nicaraguan Officer

The Costa Rican government is facing growing criticism after the murder of exiled Nicaraguan military officer Roberto Samcam, who was shot to death in San José on June 19 in what appears to be a targeted political assassination. Samcam had reportedly warned Costa Rica’s Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) about threats to his life, […] The post Costa Rica Faces Scrutiny After Murder of Exiled Nicaraguan Officer appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Events

66 h. ago Costa Rica’s Congress Expands Organized Crime Probe, Summons Ex

Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly is intensifying its investigation into alleged links between public officials and organized crime. Earlier today, the Special Permanent Commission on Security and Drug Trafficking voted unanimously to summon former presidents Laura Chinchilla (2010–2014) and Luis Guillermo Solís (2014–2018) to testify before Congress regarding their potential connections to Celso Gamboa, a former […] The post Costa Rica’s Congress Expands Organized Crime Probe, Summons Ex-Presidents appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Obesity in Costa Rica: A Growing Health Crisis After 35 Years of Change

Recent studies claim that about one-third of adults in Costa Rica are considered obese and another third overweight. Which means about two-thirds of adults are carrying too many kilos. It is a serious enough problem that the Costa Rica Department of Health has declared obesity as a chronic disease. I am not sure what to […] The post Obesity in Costa Rica: A Growing Health Crisis After 35 Years of Change appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Costa Rica’s Chaves Slams Supreme Court as “National Disgrace” in Corruption Case

On Wednesday, President Rodrigo Chaves didn’t hold back. In his weekly press conference, he slammed the Supreme Court, calling it a “national disgrace” that’s “destroying the little credibility it has left.” His fiery words came just a day after the Court asked Congress to strip his immunity so he can face corruption charges. This clash […] The post Costa Rica’s Chaves Slams Supreme Court as “National Disgrace” in Corruption Case appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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3 d. ago Costa Rica Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation to Combat Financial Crime

Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly has advanced a landmark bill targeting the regulation of virtual asset service providers (VASPs), aiming to bolster the nation’s defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The bill, processed under file number 22.837 and first introduced by the administration of former President Carlos Alvarado […] The post Costa Rica Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation to Combat Financial Crime appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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4 d. ago USA vs. Costa Rica, 2025 Gold Cup Quarterfinals: Man of the Match

USA vs. Costa Rica, 2025 Gold Cup Quarterfinals: Man of the Match  Stars and Stripes FC

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4 d. ago Costa Rica Introduces New ₡500 Coin: Old One No Longer Valid

Visitors to Costa Rica this month should be aware of an important change to the country’s currency. As of Tuesday, July 1, the old gold-colored ₡500 coin is no longer accepted as legal tender. This means it cannot be used in shops, restaurants, or any other commercial establishments. Although the coin has lost its validity […] The post Costa Rica Introduces New ₡500 Coin: Old One No Longer Valid appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Politics

4 d. ago Guatemala Makes History as They Face USA in Gold Cup Semifinal Showdown

Desperate to show progress under Mauricio Pochettino, the United States is looking to secure a return to the CONCACAF Gold Cup final on Wednesday against an inspired Guatemala side that isn’t content with just a historic run. The match at Energizer Park Stadium in St. Louis (Missouri), kicking off at 23:00 GMT, marks Guatemala’s first […] The post Guatemala Makes History as They Face USA in Gold Cup Semifinal Showdown appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Sport

5 d. ago Costa Rica Identified as Key Maritime Route for Cocaine Trafficking

Costa Rica appears among the main maritime and aerial routes for cocaine trafficking between South and North America, according to the World Drug Report 2025 published by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The maps included in the report, based on data from 2023 and 2024, highlight major cocaine transit routes in the Americas. […] The post Costa Rica Identified as Key Maritime Route for Cocaine Trafficking appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Politics

5 d. ago Jefferson Brenes sobre los penales: «Es un poco más de suerte»

Jefferson Brenes cree que las tandas de penales se definen principalmente por fortuna. Costa Rica quedó eliminada de la Copa Oro 2025 por esta vía con malas ejeuciones de los futbolistas nacionales y un portero estadounidense especialista en esta área. «Practicamos varios, el profe nos da la confianza de quienes ... La entrada Jefferson Brenes sobre los penales: «Es un poco más de suerte» se publicó primero en Yashin Quesada.

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5 d. ago Costa Rica to Launch Electric Air Taxis for Sustainable Travel in Guanacaste

Costa Rica is poised to revolutionize its transportation landscape with the introduction of electric air taxis, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional ground travel for both tourists and residents. This innovative leap forward comes as a result of a landmark partnership between Eve Air Mobility, Aerosolutions, and Bluenest by Globalvia. The agreement, announced in June, includes […] The post Costa Rica to Launch Electric Air Taxis for Sustainable Travel in Guanacaste appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Economics

6 d. ago Costa Rica’s Eyelash Viper Snake Is One of the Most Beautiful

There are at least 141 different species of snakes in Costa Rica. With that large number of species packed into such a tiny nation, one would think that you’d be tripping on serpents every time you stepped out of your front door. Unfortunately for us snake-lovers, that’s not the case. The preferred habitat of many […] The post Costa Rica’s Eyelash Viper Snake Is One of the Most Beautiful appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Politics

6 d. ago USA vs. Costa Rica, 2025 Gold Cup Quarterfinals: Community player ratings

USA vs. Costa Rica, 2025 Gold Cup Quarterfinals: Community player ratings  Stars and Stripes FC

Sport

6 d. ago Costa Rica’s Pride March 2025 Defies Restrictions and Celebrates Diversity

A large crowd gathered in Paseo Colón, San José, to participate in the LGBTIQ+ Pride March 2025. It began at noon, as people marched from the statue of León Cortés, in the western sector of La Sabana, toward the central building of the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS), in the heart of the capital. […] The post Costa Rica’s Pride March 2025 Defies Restrictions and Celebrates Diversity appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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6 d. ago CONCACAF Gold Cup: USA beats Costa Rica on penalties to enter semifinals; faces Guatemala next

CONCACAF Gold Cup: USA beats Costa Rica on penalties to enter semifinals; faces Guatemala next  Sportstar

Sport

6 d. ago United States vs. Costa Rica Concacaf Gold Cup Highlights | FOX Soccer

United States vs. Costa Rica Concacaf Gold Cup Highlights | FOX Soccer  FOX Sports

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