On Wednesday, June 11, by a majority of its judges, the Brazilian Supreme Court agreed to tighten the rules applying to digital platforms.
The objective of this decision is to regulate activities such as the spread of fake news and hate speech, which are considered crimes under the so-called…
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Latin America advances inventory stockpiling in response to Trump’s tariffs
The extension for the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump is about to expire, and Latin American countries are advancing inventory stockpiling as a measure to mitigate the effect of this measure.
The United States tariffs are expected to have…
Brazil reverses financial transaction tax
Last month, Brazil enacted a tax on various financial transactions. This Sunday, June 8, the measure was repealed and replaced with another tax package.
According to Finance Minister Fernando Haddad, the revenue shortfall resulting from…
Brazilian Senate launches bill to eliminate presidential reelection
Brazil could eliminate presidential reelection starting in the 2030 elections if a Senate bill seeking constitutional reform on this matter is approved.
The Brazilian Senate proposes ending the reelection of presidents, governors, and…
Brazilian company TuneTraders uses blockchain to detect the use of AI in music
The Brazilian company TuneTraders uses blockchain technology to track original musical works and differentiate them from those created using artificial intelligence.
The company's goal is to reduce the uncontrolled increase in AI-generated…
China to allow visa-free entry for citizens of five Latin American countries
China announced last Thursday, May 15, the elimination of the visa requirement for entry into the country for travelers from Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay starting June 1.
The measure is part of a series of initiatives…
Brazil hands down the largest sentence for cryptocurrency fraud
Brazil has marked a milestone in the judicial system by finding three citizens guilty of cryptocurrency fraud through a Ponzi scheme, which affected approximately seven thousand investors and amounted to $190 million.
Federal judge José…
Ecuador to require yellow fever vaccination for travelers from neighboring countries
Ecuadorian health authorities implemented, as of Monday, May 12, the requirement for a yellow fever vaccination certificate for travelers from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Travelers who "have stayed at least ten days in those…
Agricultural sectors in Latin American countries could benefit from US tariffs
US tariffs on major powers and other countries around the world could allow nations like Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay to benefit by filling the gap in large supply chains, particularly in the agricultural market.
These Latin…
Lula dominates Brazil’s electoral projections for the 2026 elections
The next presidential elections in Brazil are scheduled for October 4, 2026. The current head of state, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, already has an excellent projection for the elections.
Lula da Silva "leads all possible electoral…
Brazil approves registration of first chikungunya vaccine
Brazilian health authorities, through the National Health Surveillance Agency (Avinsa), approved the registration of the first chikungunya vaccine.
This achievement stems from the research work of the Brazilian Butantan Institute, the…
Cryptocurrency transactions in Brazil are made with stablecoins
Stablecoins represent 90 % of cryptocurrency transactions in Brazil, becoming the preferred payment tool for those seeking speed and security amid the volatility of the traditional market.
This statement was recently made by Denise…