Key Drivers in Crypto Adoption in Latin America Recent reports by Chainalysis have shown a sharp rise in crypto transactions within Latin America, a trend that economic experts believe is only getting started. inkl · Jan 9
Weekly Must-Read: How Resource Nationalism Is Redrawing the Global Mineral Playbook From Africa to Latin America, resource-rich countries are rewriting the rules of mining, forcing China and the U.S. to navigate a very different landscape Caixin Global · Jan 9
‘Out with the Yanks!’: Thousands protest in Colombia as anger builds over Trump’s intervention in Venezuela President Gustavo Petro called for demonstrations after Trump said he was interested in military action in Colombia The Guardian - UK · Jan 8
Rick Scott Says Maduro's Capture Will Herald Broader Change In Latin America: 'Democracy Is Coming Back To This Hemisphere' Florida Senator Rick Scott said the capture of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela will herald broader change in the country and the broader region. Latin Times · Jan 7
What is the Monroe Doctrine that Trump invoked to justify the Maduro raid? First articulated in 1823, the Monroe Doctrine was largely meant to stave off European colonial influence in the western hemisphere, but modern presidents have used it to justify military intervention in Latin America. Euronews · Jan 7
Photos show celebrations of Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day Christians are celebrating the feast day of Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day. It recalls the visit of the three kings, or magi, to the baby Jesus. Orthodox Christians focus on the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist. In Europe, some worshippers bathe in icy lakes and rivers.… The Independent UK · Jan 6
Newmont Mining Breaks Into the Top 100: A Bet on Venezuela’s Comeback? Much has been made about Venezuela’s oil and natural gas revival after the capture of the country’s leader, Nicolas Maduro. However, the country’s vast mineral resources could be what gets Newmont Mining further into Latin America. Barchart · Jan 6
The ‘Donroe doctrine’: Maduro is the guinea pig for Donald Trump’s new world order Shortly after US special forces captured and extracted Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on January 3, Donald Trump said that the US would now “run” Venezuela. The Conversation · Jan 6
Sheinbaum Reaffirms Mexico's Stance After Maduro's Detention: 'Intervention Has Never Brought Democracy' On Jan. 5, while speaking at her morning press conference, President Claudia Sheinbaum invoked Latin America's history, arguing that foreign intervention has consistently failed to deliver positive outcomes. Latin Times · Jan 6
‘Don’t ask me who’s in charge’: Trump declares the U.S. is now running a Latin American country, and warns two others they’re next He's really on a roll now. We Got This Covered · Jan 5
Trump’s attack leaves China worried about its interests in Venezuela Maduro had just affirmed ‘strong bonds of brotherhood’ with Beijing when US made its shocking intervention The Guardian - UK · Jan 5
Venezuela Crisis Raises Concerns, Bajaj Auto Says Exports Remain Safe Bajaj Auto has assured that the recent political crisis in Venezuela will not have a major impact on its global business. The company clarified that exports to Venezuela form less than one percent of its total overseas shipments. This clear statement has eased concerns among investors and customers. With a… MyLifeXP · Jan 5
Trump Warns Cuba 'Ready to Fall' After Maduro Capture, Will Collapse Without Venezuelan Oil President Trump declares Cuba 'ready to fall' following the US military capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas, warning that the island nation faces economic collapse without Venezuelan oil subsidies. International Business Times UK · Jan 5
For the Second Year in a Row, a Film with Latin American Themes Wins the Critics Choice Awards: 'The Secret Agent' For the second year in a row, a film with Latin American themes has triumphed at the Critics Choice Awards, confirming a trend that can no longer be considered an exception. O Agente Secreto (The Secret Agent), directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho, won the award for Best Foreign Language Film. Latin Times · Jan 5
Euronews · Jan 4 Spain and five Latin American countries reject US attack on Venezuela in joint communiqué Spain, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay issued a joint statement rejecting 'the unilateral military operations in Venezuela' and warn against exploiting its natural resources. The signatories say the operation to oust Maduro was conducted in violation of international law.
The Conversation · Jan 4 The US has invaded countries and deposed leaders before. Its military action against Venezuela feels different In the early hours of Saturday morning, US special forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from his home in Caracas and flew him out of the country. US President Donald Trump announced that Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, would face federal narco-terrorism charges in New York.
Fortune · Jan 3 5 takeaways on Venezuela in the aftermath of Maduro: A memo to CEOs There is little dispute about the character of Nicolas Maduro, but there is little incentive for U.S. corporate leaders to gloat and be used as foils.
International Business Times UK · Jan 3 10 Photos of Maria Corina Machado: Trump's Latin America Ally Who's Now Set to Lead Venezuela Ten photos chronicling Maria Corina Machado's journey from opposition leader in hiding to Nobel Peace Prize winner and Venezuela's likely next leader after Maduro's capture.
The Conversation · Jan 3 A predawn op in Latin America? The US has been here before, but the seizure of Venezuela’s Maduro is still unprecedented In the dead of night during the holidays, the United States launched an operation inside a Latin American country, intent on seizing its leader on the pretext that he is wanted in U.S. courts on drug charges.
Axios · Jan 3 Trump signals more Latin American invasions could be next after capturing Maduro "Something's going to have to be done with Mexico," Trump told Fox and Friends.
International Business Times UK · Jan 3 Maduro Toppled: What Trump's Shock Venezuela Strike Means and Why America Moved Now Trump says US forces captured and removed Venezuela's Maduro in a dramatic strike, reviving fears of US intervention across Latin America.
Latin Times · Jan 3 Fintech Set to Lead Startup Investment Activity in Latin America in 2026: Report Startup investment in Latin America is expected to rebound in 2026, with fintech firms poised to attract the largest share of new capital after several years of subdued funding, according to a report by Bloomberg Línea.
The Independent UK · Jan 2 Fireworks dazzled Rio's sky, and more top photos this week in Latin America and the Caribbean Dec. 26 – Jan. 2, 2025
Latin Times · Dec 31, 2025 12 Latin Artist Tours That Will Make History in 2026 Prince Royce and Romeo Santos joined forces in late 2025 to release a collaborative album and announce a tour for the coming months, but they aren't the only Latin music giants hitting stages in 2026. Bad Bunny and Shakira will continue to dominate with their tours, which extend beyond Latin…
The Guardian - UK · Dec 30, 2025 The Guardian view on the new Monroe doctrine: Trump’s forceful approach to the western hemisphere comes at a cost Editorial: Over the holiday period, the Guardian leader column is looking ahead at the themes of 2025. Today, how US foreign policy has dramatically – and alarmingly – turned towards Latin America and the Caribbean