Soccer Thrives in Brazil, But Can Startups?

In the run-up to Thursday's opening match of World Cup 2014, host country Brazil, the alleged spiritual home of football, has seemed to be a nation in various kinds of turmoil.

The tournament's final will be played at the magnificent Estádio do Maracanã in Rio, where Brazil's team was stunningly defeated in the championship in 1950, the last time the world's biggest sporting event was held on Brazilian soil. It was a setback that continues to obsess the country

But it's not simply the fans who want a shot at redemption; the government is also depending on Brazil to win it this time. World Cup winning teams are very good for economies and very good for politicians. Read more...