Fracttal Raises $35M in Funding
FinSMEs / finsmes - Fracttal, a Madrid, Spain-based AI-powered maintenance management and physical asset software company, raised $35M in funding. The round was led by Riverwood Capital, with participation from existing investors, including Seaya Ventures. The company intend…
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Oil and defense stocks react to Venezuela news: Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Palantir, Lockheed, Halliburton, more
Michael Grothaus / fastcompany - The geopolitical implications of President Trump’s controversial weekend attack on Venezuela and the capture and extradition of its president, Nicolás Maduro, are still being digested by legal and security experts in the two days following the shocking an…
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Geopolitical ripples: Global political and military maneuvers
Market reactions: Trading, crypto and metals on edge
Oil plays: Energy stocks and hedge bets surge
Tech response: Starlink steps up for Venezuela
Back to Top / Monday, January 5, 2026, 8:21 am / permalink 17494 / 27 stories in 2 months
Bitcoin dips, but quickly recovers as U.S. captures Venezuela's Maduro
Stephen Alpher / coindesk - The U.S. overnight launched a military strike against Venezuela, capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and extracting them from the country.
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Bitfarms Exits Latin America with $30M Sale as Stock Jump 11%
Maxwell Mutuma / parameter - TLDR Bitfarms sold its 70 MW Paso Pe site in Paraguay to Sympatheia Power Fund for up to $30 million. This sale completes Bitfarms’ full exit from Latin America, ending all regional operations and ownership. CEO Ben Gagnon confirmed plans to reinvest proc…
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Milei Wins Mandate for Free-Market Revolution in Argentina's Election
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US Strikes Second Venezuelan Drug Vessel with Lethal Force
US military forces reportedly struck a Venezuelan drug vessel in the Caribbean, allegedly killing three individuals. The incident, aimed squarely at disrupting illicit trafficking, comes amid sparse details and a certain bravado in the official narrative that leaves more questions than answers.
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Milei’s Buenos Aires Poll Setback Signals Major Electoral Shift
Recent polls indicate a dramatic setback for Javier Milei in Buenos Aires Province with forecasts pointing to a landslide defeat. Voter sentiment appears to be shifting sharply amid growing dissatisfaction with current policies and economic conditions, potentially redrawing the province’s political landscape.
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Milei Campaign Event Rocked by Stone-Throwing Protesters
During a recent campaign appearance in Argentina, protests erupted as demonstrators pelted candidate Milei’s vehicle with stones, forcing an abrupt evacuation. Despite the chaotic scene and heightened tensions, the candidate emerged unscathed, underlining the volatile political climate during the campaign.
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Colombia’s ex-president Álvaro Uribe found guilty of bribery and witness tampering - Financial Times
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Apple Sports Expanding Soccer Support, Launches in Mexico
Steve Vegvari / iphoneincanada - The Apple Sports app adds support for the FA Community Shield alongside a launch in Mexico.The post Apple Sports Expanding Soccer Support, Launches in Mexico first appeared on iPhone in Canada.
Back to Top / Monday, July 21, 2025, 9:20 am / permalink 10522 / 3 stories in 7 months
US judge orders Argentina to divest major YPF stake
A U.S. judge has ruled that Argentina must transfer a significant stake in its state-backed energy company YPF as part of a monumental $16.1 billion judgment. The decision forces Argentina to relinquish partial control of the asset, intensifying financial and political pressures amid growing economic challenges.
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Mexico challenges Elon Musk’s rocket launches with tougher measures
Mexico has ramped up its regulatory stance amid growing concerns over SpaceX’s rocket debris and explosive tests. Drawing on tactics reminiscent of high‐profile political playbooks, Mexican authorities are determined to protect public safety—even if that means putting the rocket man in a regulatory straitjacket.
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Apple Expands Satellite Messaging and Find My Features in Mexico
Apple has extended its satellite messaging and location-sharing capabilities to Mexico, ensuring users can stay connected even in remote spots. The rollout highlights Apple’s knack for blending practical tech with a dash of off-grid adventure—and a hint of defiant connectivity.
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