International

• Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 00:58 UTC

  The “Real” Currency of 2026: Why Latin American Bettors Are Dumping Fiat for USDT & Bitcoin

  

  In January 2026, the economic landscape of Latin America will still be a study in contrasts. While Brazil’s newly matured regulated iGaming market is generating record tax revenues, other major economies in the region continue to be plagued by inflation and currency volatility. For the average consumer, this volatility is problematic; for high-volume online poker players and casino enthusiasts, it can be financially devastating.

• Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 00:06 UTC

  South American Tennis Pros Headed to Australian Open 2026

  

  The Australian Open is always an exciting event on the tennis calendar, and the 2026 edition promises to bring fierce competition to the hard courts of Melbourne. Among the players to watch will be a group of talented South American pros who are eager to showcase their skills.

• Wednesday, January 14th 2026 - 10:40 UTC

  US military intervention in Iran more likely by the hour

  

  The White House signaled Tuesday a potential shift toward military intervention in Iran, as human rights monitors warned of a staggering death toll and imminent mass executions.

• Wednesday, January 14th 2026 - 03:01 UTC

  Why Latin Americans Are Taking More of an Interest in Crypto

  

  Latin Americans respond quickly when money starts misbehaving. When local inflation rises, wallets get uncomfortable, and people try anything that prevents savings from wilting. High inflation inside the region continues to push households toward instruments that at least feel insulated from local erosion. Argentina’s official inflation figures repeatedly showed triple digit movement, and the most recent CPI report confirmed ongoing pressure on daily costs. When buying groceries requires more from the same paycheck, people start looking elsewhere for value protection.

• Wednesday, January 14th 2026 - 01:57 UTC

  Falklands’ oil industry expansion, Navitas to farm adjacent Sea Lion development

  

  Eco (Atlantic) Oil &Gas Ltd, the Canadian exploration company focused on the offshore Atlantic Margins, announced that Navitas Petroleum LP (“Navitas”), with whom Eco signed a Framework

• Wednesday, January 14th 2026 - 00:39 UTC

  12 Business Ideas for College Students That Actually Work

  

  College is more than lectures and exams. For many students, it's also the best time to test-drive a business idea. With flexible schedules, built-in networks, and the hunger to hustle, there's no better environment to learn how to earn.

• Tuesday, January 13th 2026 - 10:59 UTC

  Argentina halts Jerusalem Embassy move amid Falklands oil drilling dispute

  

  Argentina has reportedly put on hold its plan to relocate its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem after diplomatic friction linked to offshore oil drilling near the Falkland Islands, Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported over the weekend.

• Tuesday, January 13th 2026 - 10:00 UTC

  Trump spoils Lula's celebration of trade surplus with Iran

  

  US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that any nation conducting business with Iran will face a 25% tariff on all trade with Washington, thus crushing earlier celebrations by Brazil's Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, whose government proudly announced a substantial trade surplus with Tehran, totaling US$2.8 billion in 2025, driven by corn and soybeans.

• Tuesday, January 13th 2026 - 10:00 UTC

  IMF coming to Venezuela's rescue?

  

  US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent announced on Monday a plan to stabilize Venezuela’s collapsing currency by re-engaging with global financial institutions. The strategy consists of unfreezing approximately US$4.9 billion in International Monetary Fund (IMF) Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) to provide much-needed liquidity to Caracas' Central Bank.

• Monday, January 12th 2026 - 10:57 UTC

  Situation in Iran critical; Washington may also step in

  

  Over 500 people have been reported dead during this past weekend in the Islamic Republic of Iran as groups supporting the return to power of a monarchy under Mohamed Reza Pahlavi II (son of the shah deposed in 1979) took to the streets, women taking off their religious clothing and appearing uncovered, challenging Islamic morals.