Aki Blog

Permits, regulation and operating news for street and beach vendors in Brazil.

• Rio passes a law to prohibit beach vendors from selling past 6pm 2026-03-02 — A new municipal law in Rio de Janeiro restricts informal beach vendors from operating after 6pm, sparking debate among vendor communities and local authorities.
• Aki Goes to Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro 2026-02-28 — The world's most famous beach is now on Aki. Here's how we launched in Copacabana and what it means for the future of the platform.
• How I Tripled My Sales in One Summer with Aki 2026-02-14 — Vendor Rafael from Guarujá shares how going digital transformed his açaí cart from a struggling side hustle into his primary income.
• New permit required for barracas in the beaches of Balneário. Starting in 2026 2026-02-07 — Balneário Camboriú introduces a new digital permit system for beach barracas, requiring all operators to register and comply before the 2026 summer season.
• Finding My Favorite Beach Snack — Thanks to Aki 2026-01-28 — Tourist Ana from São Paulo describes how Aki helped her discover hidden gems on Florianópolis beaches she never would have found on her own.
• From the Streets of Salvador to 500 Monthly Orders 2026-01-10 — Carla built her acarajé business from a folding table on the streets of Salvador into a recognized local brand — here's her story.
• Why I Started Reviewing Beach Vendors on Aki 2025-12-20 — Regular beachgoer Marcos explains why he reviews every vendor he visits and how it became a way to give back to the community.
• Running a Coconut Water Stand at 60: My Digital Journey 2025-11-30 — Seu Antônio, a 60-year-old vendor from Fortaleza, shares his surprising experience learning to use Aki — and why he'd never go back.
• Aki Arrives in Balneário Camboriú, SC 2025-11-20 — Brazil's most visited beach city now has Aki. Here's how we launched in Balneário Camboriú and what makes this corridor unique.
• The Vendor Who Fed My Whole Family During a Beach Emergency 2025-11-05 — A customer shares how a quick-thinking vendor on Aki went beyond the app to help a stranded family on a remote beach in Santa Catarina.
• Maria's Spicy Octopus Salad 2025-10-25 — Fresh octopus tossed in Maria's family chili blend — a Copacabana classic.
• Building a Loyal Customer Base on the Beaches of Recife 2025-10-18 — Vendor Tiago explains how Aki's repeat-customer features helped him build a fanbase that follows his cart across different beaches.
• My First Solo Trip to Brazil — Aki Was My Guide 2025-09-22 — Canadian traveler Sophie recounts how Aki helped her navigate Rio's beach food scene safely and confidently as a first-time visitor.
• The Rainy Season Almost Broke Me. Aki Saved My Business. 2025-08-14 — How vendor Priscila used Aki's pre-order and delivery tools to survive the slow season and emerge stronger than ever.
• Aki Is Live in Santos, São Paulo 2025-06-15 — Our first corridor is active. Santos is where Aki began — meet the vendors, the beaches, and the community behind our São Paulo pilot.
• Welcome to Aki — The Digital OS for Street Vendors 2025-06-01 — Aki is live. Here's what we're building, why it matters, and how street vendors across Brazil are already using it to grow their businesses.
• Carlos's Authentic Street Tacos 2025-01-19 — Authentic Mexican street tacos that bring flavor to the beach.
• Fresh Açaí Bowl Paradise 2025-01-18 — Premium açaí bowls that define Brazilian beach culture.
• New Data Privacy Features for Vendors 2025-01-08 — Aki rolls out a new set of data privacy controls for vendors, giving them full visibility and control over how their business data is collected and used.