The Venezuelan government activated the network of public health centers to provide assistance to those injured and seriously wounded in the earthquakes that occurred late Wednesday afternoon, June 24.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Health, eight public hospitals and twelve clinics were activated to treat those affected by the earthquake on June 24. The measure covers the most affected states: Capital District, La Guaira, Miranda, Aragua, Carabobo, and Falcón.

All health centers will be operating at maximum capacity to receive those affected by the earthquakes.

 

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It is in difficult times that the value of solidarity is demonstrated. In response to the powerful earthquake that shook the country on June 24, leaving hundreds of families homeless and causing severe structural damage, Bancamiga has stepped forward to become a bridge of direct support between Venezuelans and those who need it most.

Starting this Friday, and throughout the weekend (Saturday and Sunday), the financial institution will conduct its normal operations at 31 of its branches nationwide, which will also serve as collection centers.

This weekend, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the branches will not only maintain their regular customer service, but will also receive donations for affected families, including drinking water, non-perishable food, personal care products, sleeping mats, blankets, clothing in good condition, and medicine.

The following branches will be open to all customers and citizens who wish to contribute: Sabana Grande, Las Ibarras, Puerto Cabello, Valle de la Pascua, Calabozo, Santa Teresa, El Tigre, Puerto La Cruz, Lechería, Upata, Puerto Ordaz, Ciudad Bolívar, Unare, Maturín, Maturín Centro, Cumaná, Barinas, Coro, Barquisimeto Este, Barquisimeto Centro, Mercabar, El Vigía, Mérida, Guanare, Acarigua, Barrio Obrero, San Cristóbal, Valera, Maracaibo Norte, Ciudad Ojeda, and San Francisco.

Bancamiga: Financial relief in Times of Crisis

Understanding that the emergency also requires immediate solutions to facilitate the daily lives of the population, Bancamiga activated a series of economic relief measures starting this Thursday.

Among the most notable actions is the temporary waiver of fees for all Mobile Payment transactions of Bs. 150,000.00 or less. This benefit was also applied to the Solución Amiga service, allowing Venezuelan families to receive remittances and income from abroad immediately and without any deductions.

Furthermore, to ensure that commercial activity and supply do not stop in the affected areas, the bank is maintaining the full continuity of its operations. Transactions at businesses with point-of-sale (POS) terminals continue to be processed as usual, ensuring cash flow for establishments and safeguarding the distribution chain of essential goods.

With these actions, Bancamiga reaffirms that its commitment goes beyond banking services: it is an alliance with the life, well-being, and future of every Venezuelan, guaranteeing that its channels remain open and at the service of the people when the country needs them most.

Information and images courtesy of Bancamiga Banco Universal

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A new vulnerability in WhatsApp messages has been identified. The cybersecurity company Kaspersky reports that users can be attacked through a document received via message, and upon opening it, a virus is installed that takes control of the computer.

WhatsApp is once again a target for hackers through user chats. The warning is to be vigilant with messages from contacts to avoid further damage.

According to the cybersecurity company, this is a global attack. “The list of affected countries includes Spain, Mexico, Brazil, India, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Taiwan, Australia, Russia, Vietnam, and Malaysia.”

The situation is not easy considering that the attackers infiltrate the platform, and the message appears to be from a friend or coworker. “At a technical level, it’s based on a file in a format called VBScript, which is very well hidden so that the computer’s antivirus software doesn’t trigger it. To deceive the victim, the attackers change the document’s name according to the language of the country they want to target.”

One of the clues analyzed by Kaspersky is user complaints on social media about stolen accounts, where cybercriminals begin to indiscriminately release the infected file to see how many people they can actually fall for it.

The situation worsens once the complete package is downloaded with a program called ManageEngine Endpoint Central, “which allows a company’s IT staff to remotely control computers and connects them directly to the hackers’ servers.” If the user has the WhatsApp Desktop application on Windows, there’s not much they can do, “since the hidden code can be opened directly with a double-click due to the operating system’s built-in tools.”

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Given the difficult situation in Venezuela, especially in the Chacao Municipality of Caracas and in the state of La Guaira, Venemergencia expresses its full solidarity with those affected and their families, and announces its immediate adherence to the call for support coordinated by the Ministry of Health.

In an institutional statement, the Grupo Venemergencia states: “True to our fundamental purpose of saving lives and caring for Venezuelans in the most challenging times, we have prioritized the activation of our operational capacity, ambulance networks, and medical and paramedical personnel to join this contingency effort as members of the Capital Association of Hospital Clinics.”

We know that behind every report are families who need us now more than ever. We share a deep solidarity and commitment to our people; therefore, in perfect coordination with private health centers and health authorities, we are making all our resources available to facilitate transfers and provide the emergency care that the magnitude of this seismic event requires.

“At Venemergencia, with our hearts set on the recovery of each of the injured and the peace of mind of their families, we are on call to be the support that Venezuela needs at this time.”

Venemergencia. Always present!

Venemergencia Urgent Care Locations

Urgent Care La Candelaria:

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Urgent Care Torre Xerox:

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Urgent Care Valencia:

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Urgent Care Maracaibo:

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Urgent Care Lechería:

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Urgent Care Barquisimeto:

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Urgent Care Maracay:

(Currently inactive due to structural safety concerns)

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With information from Grupo Venemergencia

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On Monday, June 29, banking agencies will remain closed throughout the territory to celebrate the bank holiday corresponding to the Day of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, according to the calendar of the Superintendency of the Institutions of the Banking Sector of Venezuela (Sudeban).

National banking users will be able to carry out their transactions through the available digital channels, which operate normally throughout the year, 24 hours a day, except during maintenance work that is announced in advance.

In this case, it is possible to access bank accounts digitally, to make immediate payments, transfers, cancel services, check balance.

On the other hand, they have ATMs to make withdrawals and other transactions safely.

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Next Wednesday, June 24th, is a national holiday, commemorating the anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo.

According to the country’s legislation, it is a non-working day, so workers will not be reporting to their jobs, including those in the banking sector. Branches will remain closed and will reopen on Thursday, June 25th.

The recommendation for banks is to make transfers and payments as of June 24th in advance to avoid service interruptions and other inconveniences. However, it’s important to remember that users of the national banking system can use each institution’s digital channels for immediate payments, transfers, balance inquiries, and peer-to-peer payments. They can also use ATMs for various transactions and pay at businesses with their debit and credit cards.

To find out about upcoming banking days and national holidays, you can consult the official website of the Superintendency of Banking Sector Institutions of Venezuela Sudeban.

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Hyundai Venezuela has joined the excitement of the 2026 World Cup with an initiative designed to bring the brand closer to thousands of Venezuelans: a raffle for a brand-new Hyundai Creta, completely free, under the concept “ConCRETA tus sueños” (Make Your Dreams a Reality), a play on words that combines the aspirational spirit of the campaign with one of the brand’s most recognized models.

 This initiative is part of Hyundai Motor Company’s global alliance as FIFA’s official mobility partner, reaffirming the brand’s commitment to sports, innovation, and experiences that connect people. During this season, Hyundai Venezuela invites the public to dream big, participate, and experience the World Cup movement from a unique perspective: the possibility of turning a dream into reality.

How to participate

As part of the promotion, every Thursday, from June 11 to July 19, the brand will publish weekly challenges on its official website, http://www.hyundaivenezuela.com. These challenges will allow participants to accumulate more opportunities to win, keeping the interaction alive throughout the championship and making each week a new chance to get closer to a brand-new Hyundai Creta.

“Make Your Dreams a Reality” was created as an invitation to move towards what each person wants to achieve. For Hyundai, each vehicle represents much more than just mobility: it represents stories, goals, beginnings, and important moments in the lives of those who trust the brand. With this campaign, the Hyundai Creta becomes the symbol of those dreams that can take shape and be set in motion.

In addition to the digital campaign, Hyundai Venezuela maintains active displays in some of the country’s main shopping centers, bringing its portfolio closer to customers, families, and soccer fans. Currently, the brand has a presence in Sambil Caracas, Centro Comercial Ciudad Tamanaco (CCCT), Cerro Verde, Sambil Barquisimeto, and Sambil Valencia, spaces where visitors can get a close look at Hyundai models and experience the brand during the World Cup season.

 As part of this celebration, Hyundai Venezuela is also announcing a special promotion for the Hyundai Tucson, available exclusively during the World Cup. Those interested can trade in their used vehicle as partial payment for the purchase of a new Hyundai Tucson, subject to evaluation, availability, and conditions established by the authorized dealer network.

With this initiative, Hyundai Venezuela reaffirms its commitment to the country, fostering experiences that connect the excitement of soccer with the innovation, design, safety, and reliability that characterize the brand. In each activation, exhibition, and weekly challenge, Hyundai invites Venezuelans to participate, share, and continue moving toward new stories.

Complete information about the raffle, weekly challenges, participation requirements, and special Hyundai Tucson promotion will be available on the official Hyundai Venezuela website and its authorized digital channels.

About Hyundai Venezuela

With more than three decades of presence in the country, Hyundai continues to accompany Venezuelans with vehicles designed to provide confidence, comfort, and mobility experiences that drive new stories.

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Mass-appeal events have become prime targets for global cybercrime. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, the cybersecurity company ESET Venezuela organized a specialized online event to analyze the main digital threats facing fans.

 During the session, experts shared and explained that collective enthusiasm and the urgency to obtain tickets or exclusive promotions often cloud users’ judgment. This psychological factor is exploited by attackers to carry out large-scale financial scams and identity theft.

 Most common frauds in online football

The technical presentation detailed that the most common types of fraud operate through:

Cloning websites dedicated to selling tickets.

Deceptive offers of travel packages and accommodations.

Furthermore, ESET analysts examined for participants how cybercriminals use social media, instant messaging applications, and fake websites. Using advanced social engineering techniques, attackers impersonate official sponsors to trick victims into downloading malicious applications, compromising their mobile devices and exposing their banking information.

Key digital security tips for the World Cup season

To mitigate this vulnerability, the ESET Venezuela team shared practical recommendations for maintaining safe browsing during the global event:

• Verify the authenticity of all links received.
• Avoid entering credentials or financial data on unofficial platforms.
• Be wary of raffles or prizes of dubious origin.

In this way, the company reaffirmed the need to adopt a digital security approach to fully enjoy the biggest football event without putting technological, personal, or corporate assets at risk.

To learn more about cybersecurity, visit the ESET website:  https://www.eset.com/ve/. You can also follow them on social media: Instagram @esetla) and Facebook (ESET).

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Behind every ancient document, every religious painting, and every corner of the historic center of Caracas, there is a story that defines us as Venezuelans. Aware of the importance of keeping these traditions alive, Bancamiga has decided to take a proactive step to support the operations of the Sacred Art Museum of Caracas and the Archdiocese Historical Archive, ensuring that their valuable legacy remains accessible to everyone.

This alliance goes far beyond a financial contribution. It is a genuine commitment to culture. The bank’s support will guarantee that the multidisciplinary team that brings these spaces to life—archivists, restorers, museum professionals, guides, administrative and security personnel—can continue their daily work of protecting, researching, and showcasing the treasures they safeguard to the world.

An alliance where culture is the winner

For Father Gaspere Salerno, director of the Historical Archive and president of the Sacred Art Museum, this agreement represents a breath of fresh air and a golden opportunity for both parties.

“It has been a very interesting synergy, where both institutions benefit. Bancamiga promotes Venezuelan art and culture, while we conserve, restore, and disseminate this religious heritage, which is vital for the Church and, above all, for the entire nation.”

To understand the value of these spaces, it’s worth highlighting what they safeguard:

The Archdiocesan Historical Archive: one of the most important documentary treasures in the country. Its shelves hold records and histories dating back to the 16th century. It is an inexhaustible source for understanding Venezuela’s past.

The Sacred Art Museum: more than a static place, it is a vibrant center for spiritual, educational, and cultural encounters. It houses one of the most impressive collections of religious art in the region and offers diplomas and advanced studies in sacred art in partnership with national universities.

Visit them!

Located in the heart of the capital’s historic center, the Sacred Art Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. Its schedule is always active with guided tours, talks, and exhibitions that connect the past with the present.

In addition, in partnership with national universities, it offers advanced studies in sacred art and ecclesiastical historical archives, as well as specialized diplomas.

With its financial backing, Bancamiga ensures that the doors of both centers will remain open and will serve to design new educational projects and activities, so that more Venezuelans can reconnect with their own history.

With information and images courtesy of the Sacred Art Museum of Caracas, the Archdiocese Historical Archive, and Bancamiga Banco Universal

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The masses currently prefer social media and mobile apps for up-to-date, firsthand information. These digital tools surpass traditional media, according to the Digital News Report 2026.

It is a fact that video platforms and social media are the top source of information compared to television and even specialized websites.

According to the study, “based on a survey of nearly 100,000 digital information consumers in 48 markets worldwide, trust in news has fallen to 37 %, its lowest level since it began being measured in 2015, with particularly sharp declines in the Philippines, Ireland, Thailand, Peru, and Poland.”

With the development of AI, there has been an increase in the use of chatbots to stay informed, especially among “young people, digital content creators, and a growing preference for video formats at the expense of text and audio.”

Currently, the main news source for 30 % of respondents globally is social media and video platforms, compared to 22% five years ago. “Increases were detected in 22 of the 48 markets analyzed, including countries like Germany, where they had historically played a smaller role.”

Young people between 18 and 24 years old (56%) have not read a newspaper regularly. Furthermore, “news consumption via television and media websites and apps has declined in all age groups, except for those over 55.”

In addition, 77 % of respondents use news videos on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, making this source of information more popular than television in most of the markets analyzed, except for Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands. Content creators or influencers are consulted by 27 % of those interviewed, although they are not their sole source of information.

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