Trump announced in a memorandum that the United States will withdraw from 66 international organizations and treaties, including the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the IPCC. This move reflects the "America First" policy and has been criticized by academia and think tanks, who believe it will weaken America's international influence and scientific collaboration. The White House stated that taxpayer funds should be used for national interests.

Arthur Hayes Translated by: Yuliya, PANews You can imagine a video call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Venezuelan President Pepe Maduro, at the time Maduro was flying from Caracas to New York. Trump: "Pepe Maduro, you are such a bad guy. Your country's oil now belongs to me. Long live America!" Pepe Maduro: "Trump, you crazy person!" *Note: Arthur Hayes refers to the Venezuelan president as "Pepe Maduro" instead of his real name Nicolás Maduro. "Pepe" is a common nickname for "José" in Spanish. Although Maduro's real name is Nicolás.*

The Wall Street gold outlook for 2026 reveals an unusual level of agreement among five major institutions—Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and UBS—all maintaining a strongly institutional gold bullish stance with gold price target 5000 or higher by year-end or beyond.

During the 2026 New Year's period, market maker Wintermute deposited a net of 2654 BTC into the exchange during the thinnest liquidity period, choosing late-night hours in Europe and America when liquidity was truly vacuumed, causing Bitcoin to drop from 92,000 to 88,000. The community questioned market manipulation, but the CEO claimed it was inventory management. Wintermute has been involved in continuous controversies recently, transferring 700 million before the liquidation in October 2025.

The United States announces indefinite takeover of Venezuela's oil sales, marking the post-Maduro era with sovereignty placed under financial trusteeship, reshuffling the capital markets and geopolitical landscape. (Background recap: What is Maduro's issuance of the "Petro" oil coin? Countering US sanctions on Venezuela, ending up as the biggest joke in cryptocurrency history.) (Additional background: Breaking news》The US Pentagon's "Pizza Index" soars again, is Colombia and Cuba the next targets?) Table of Contents Outline of the takeover mechanism The rise and fall of industry players Financial leverage and political chips Trump speaks about income to buy "Made in America" The US government brings debt restructuring language onto the geopolitical stage. On January 7, at a Goldman Sachs conference in Miami, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright calmly announced: Washington will indefinitely take over Venezuela's crude oil sales and revenue, and the proceeds from the

Arthur Hayes Translated by: Yuliya, PANews You can imagine a video call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Venezuelan President Pepe Maduro, at the time Maduro was flying from Caracas to New York. Trump: "Pepe Maduro, you are such a bad guy. Your country's oil now belongs to me. Long live America!" Pepe Maduro: "Trump, you crazy person!" *Note: Arthur Hayes refers to the Venezuelan president as "Pepe Maduro" instead of his real name Nicolás Maduro. "Pepe" is a common nickname for "José" in Spanish. Although Maduro's real name is Nicolás.*

Bank of America Adjusts Wealth Management Policy to Allow Advisors to Actively Recommend Bitcoin Spot ETFs and Suggests 1%~4% Allocation, Signaling Wall Street's Official Inclusion of Bitcoin into Standard Investment Dialogue Changing the Role of Advisors, Bank of America Officially Incorporates Bitcoin into Standard Investment Conversations ----------------------- Bank of America has officially adjusted its wealth management policy to allow its advisors to proactively recommend Bitcoin spot ETFs to clients and suggests that, when appropriate, approximately 1%~4% of investment portfolios be allocated to digital assets. According to multiple foreign media reports citing internal documents and management statements, this new guideline has been in effect since January 5 and applies to Bank of America's Private Bank, Merrill, and Merrill Edge, covering over 15,000 financial advisors.

With the change of government in Venezuela in 2026 and the strong intervention of the Trump administration, the global energy landscape is facing yet another major restructuring after the shale oil revolution. Trump's proposed "Oil Industry Revival Plan" aims to have U.S. companies take over Venezuelan oil fields, using oil revenues to cover reconstruction costs, thereby cutting off China's and Russia's influence in South America's energy sector. Among many international oil giants, Chevron has become the biggest potential beneficiary due to its long-term presence and operations in the region. This report will analyze Venezuela's current production capacity, the U.S. government's strategic blueprint, and whether Chevron has a long-term investment moat amid the current global oversupply. Venezuela's Crude Oil Status: Potential and Challenges on the Ruins Although Venezuela possesses the world's largest proven oil reserves (approximately 3.03 trillion barrels), years of sanctions and mismanagement have severely impacted its oil industry.

The main short seller Steve Eisman warns that Bitcoin's weakness indicates funds are shifting to tangible economic stocks. Strategas's Verrone pointed out that sectors like transportation, banking, and chemicals are taking the lead, with Bank of America stock reaching a new high in 2006. Bitcoin is below the 125,000 high point, and Verrone states, "2026 belongs to physical assets."

U.S. banking industry FOMO sentiment ignited. Bank of America recommends wealth management clients allocate 4% to digital assets, and Morgan Stanley immediately filed applications for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs. This bank, managing $1.6 trillion, expands its investment channels through regulated instruments, and regulatory clarity is driving cryptocurrencies from niche experiments to mainstream finance.

Arthur Hayes Translated by: Yuliya, PANews Imagine a video call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Venezuelan President Pepe Maduro, as Maduro was flying from Caracas to New York. > Trump: "Pepe Maduro, you're a bad guy. The oil in your country is now mine. Long live America!" > > Pepe Maduro: "Trump, you crazy!" > > Note: Arthur Hayes refers to the Venezuelan president as "Pepe Maduro" instead of his real name Nicolás Maduro. "Pepe" is a Spanish term

Bank of America Expands Crypto Offerings for U.S. Wealth Clients Bank of America is integrating cryptocurrency more thoroughly into its wealth management services across the United States. Starting Monday, financial advisers at Merrill, the Bank of America Private Bank, and Merrill Edge can now

Regional Tensions and Bitcoin Rally Amid Political Unrest The recent geopolitical developments in Latin America, notably the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, have sparked widespread uncertainty in the region. Concurrently, Bitcoin’s price has experienced a notable increase as

Bank of America has taken a major step toward mainstream cryptocurrency adoption, allowing its Merrill Lynch financial advisors to proactively recommend spot Bitcoin ETFs to clients starting January 5, 2026.

Wall Street is making a decisive turn toward cryptocurrencies. Bank of America, one of the largest financial institutions in the United States, has issued new guidance encouraging clients to include digital assets in their investment portfolios, reflecting the growing institutional adoption of crypt

Bank of America Expands Crypto Offerings for U.S. Wealth Clients Bank of America is integrating cryptocurrency more thoroughly into its wealth management services across the United States. Starting Monday, financial advisers at Merrill, the Bank of America Private Bank, and Merrill Edge can now

While geopolitical tensions in Latin America are once again intensifying, the cryptocurrency market is sending an unexpected signal: it remains steady. The latest source of uncertainty comes from remarks by Donald Trump, who openly suggested the possibility of military action against Colombia.

Bank of America has taken a significant step by allowing wealth advisors to recommend cryptocurrency allocations for eligible clients, reflecting increased confidence in digital assets as part of diversified portfolios, particularly for high-net-worth investors seeking alternative investments.

The 2025 Midnight survey shows a surge in global participation, particularly from Africa, Asia, and Latin America, with 14% being newcomers. Users are increasingly concerned about privacy, with DeFi apps gaining traction. Midnight aims to enhance blockchain collaboration and expand access.

The event of Venezuelan President Maduro's arrest has refocused the international community on this South American oil-producing country. Venezuela has issued oil-backed tokens and used Tether to counter sanctions. After Maduro's detention, the US's desire to control its energy resources may impact the geopolitical landscape involving China, Russia, and Taiwan. The arrest of President Maduro shocked the world—an overview of South America's oil nation ----------------------- U.S. special forces raided the Venezuelan president's residence last weekend, successfully executing a "decapitation operation" that stunned the global audience. Maduro's arrest has brought renewed attention to this South American oil-producing country. Since Maduro took office in 2013, facing increasingly severe US economic sanctions, the Venezuelan government has launched a series of financial experiments and geopolitical maneuvers to resist sanctions. Venezuela's Path of Using Cryptocurrency to Counter Sanctions --

The U.S. military recently conducted a surprise raid to arrest Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro( and his wife Cilia Flores), and transported them to New York for trial. Now, President Trump has issued military threats against Colombia, Mexico, and Cuba, triggering global political and economic turmoil and an atmosphere of instability. Starting with an airstrike on the Venezuelan capital: U.S. raid sparks outrage The news of the U.S. raid on Venezuela and the capture of Maduro( has shocked the world. Citing "drug trafficking" as the reason, the U.S. took Maduro) to New York for trial, symbolizing that the U.S. can conduct military operations in other countries without permission, rather than relying solely on sanctions or diplomatic pressure. Trump stated: "The United States will manage this country until we can achieve a safe, appropriate, and cautious transition of power." This action not only breaks previous boundaries of U.S. operations in South America but also brings to mind

On January 3, 2026, in the early morning, the U.S. military successfully captured Venezuelan President Maduro in an operation codenamed "Southern Spear Operation," triggering the most intense geopolitical upheaval in Latin America since the U.S. invasion of Panama in 1989. This 30-minute targeted strike not only marked the return of Monroe Doctrine in a highly militarized form but also triggered a chain reaction across the global oil markets, financial systems, and safe-haven asset allocations, with impacts expected to last throughout 2026.

Bitfarms has exited Latin America, selling its Paraguayan facility for $30 million, to focus on North American investments in AI and HPC. This strategic shift aims to enhance growth prospects, with analysts upgrading the company's stock.

Tether invests in SQRIL to expand stablecoin payments in Asia, Africa and Latin America. SQRIL allows users to pay in their currency while merchants receive local currency automatically. QR code payments grow in emerging markets and stablecoins help make cross-border payments faster. Tet

_Tether invests in SQRIL to enhance real-time stablecoin-based QR code payment infrastructure across Asia, Africa, and Latin America._ Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced an investment in SQRIL, a platform focused on real-time cross-border QR code payments. However, the exact amount has not b

Bitcoin’s position in global finance continues to strengthen as Bank of America, one of the largest banks in the United States, signals greater openness to crypto exposure for wealthy clients. According to recent market commentary, the banking giant is now allowing its wealth clients to allocate

The International Bank Communication Association (SWIFT) has decided to collaborate with 17 countries and 32 major banks worldwide to introduce a new system that significantly shortens overseas remittance times. This move aims to address existing processing delays, with the goal of achieving near real-time interbank transfers as early as 2026. Currently, SWIFT is a global remittance network used by approximately 11,000 financial institutions worldwide. About 75% of overseas remittances processed through this system can be delivered to the recipient bank within 10 minutes, but afterward, due to internal reviews or procedural delays, actual funds often take longer to arrive. This causes inconvenience and additional costs for individuals and businesses. The promoted system is considered a highly effective improvement plan. It requires each participating bank to establish a dedicated organization to provide 24-hour remittance services, without significantly altering the existing SWIFT infrastructure. U.S. banks such as Bank of America and

Bitfarms has exited Latin America, selling its Paraguayan facility for $30 million, to focus on North American investments in AI and HPC. This strategic shift aims to enhance growth prospects, with analysts upgrading the company's stock.

In 2025, Asia emerged as the leader in the Web3 developer ecosystem, accounting for 36.4% of global activity. With 29,000 active developers, Asia surpassed Europe and North America, indicating a shift toward professionalization and innovation in the Web3 space.

According to Crescat Capital’s Macro Strategist Otavio Costa, Latin America might offer an alternative for U.S. investors as it is currently on the brink of a structural transformation, with Argentina and El Salvador leading the charge of a region-wide change. Latam Stocks Surpass S&P 500 Index:

U.S.-listed company Bitmine Immersion Technologies is rapidly increasing its Ethereum holdings, with its latest position surpassing 4.07 million ETH, valued at approximately $12.09 billion, accounting for 3.36% of the total circulating supply of Ethereum. The company's "5% Alchemy" strategic goal is clear: to control 5% of the global Ethereum supply by the end of 2026 and to conduct large-scale staking through its upcoming "Made in America Validator Network" MAVAN, with an expected annual yield of over $374 million. This aggressive move has propelled it to the top of the strategic Ethereum reserve list, not only reshaping the landscape of institutional holdings in Ethereum but also sparking widespread discussions about network centralization and the rise of new crypto capital giants.

Trump Mobile delays the $499 gold-colored phone "T1" originally scheduled for delivery by the end of the year. The company promised in June to manufacture in the United States to compete with Apple and Samsung, but supply chain analysts question its feasibility. Ironically, Trump is demanding Apple to produce in the U.S. and threatening a 25% tariff, yet his own company is unable to fulfill its promise.

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), parent of Truth Social, has partnered with Yorkville America Equities to debut five new exchange-traded funds on the New York Stock Exchange, emphasizing a "Made in America" investment focus.

Trump Media & Technology Group's fintech brand, Truth.Fi, officially launched its first five Truth Social ETFs on the New York Stock Exchange today. These ETFs are primarily selected based on the theme of "Made in the USA," covering topics such as national defense and security, cutting-edge technology, energy independence, and regional real estate. This issuance not only marks the expansion of this highly talked-about social media company's business footprint into the financial products sector but also, more importantly, its collaboration with Yorkville America has clearly planned to launch digital asset-based ETF products in 2026, which will be available to investors through Crypto .com's brokerage channels. This move at the intersection of traditional finance and the crypto world sends a heavy signal, indicating that political narratives, nationalist investment sentiments, and emerging crypto assets are converging in unprecedented ways, potentially opening up a new, highly ideological asset class track.

U.S. crypto regulation has flipped pro-growth as the SEC embraces clarity, rulemaking, and institutional adoption, slashing enforcement risk and signaling a durable policy reset that positions America to lead digital finance. SEC Pivots to Clarity as US Pushes for Digital Asset Leadership The U.S

Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America, stated that Trump's tariffs disrupted U.S. economic growth but remains hopeful for trade tensions to ease by 2026. He expects more stable average tariffs around 15%, with improved conditions for small businesses facing labor shortages.

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition, Venezuela’s oil income relies largely on USDT payments, JPMorgan freezes accounts belonging to Latam-based stablecoin companies, and Argentina’s Milei signed an

Trump administration policies changed the U.S cryptocurrency scene in 2025 to make America the global leader in digital assets. The new approach marks a significant shift away from the years of uncertainty surrounding regulatory guidance and increased enforcement involved with crypto. In addition to

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan recently stated in an interview that the tangible impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the US economy is gradually emerging. The related investments have not only accumulated this year but are also expected to further amplify their contribution to economic growth in the coming years. AI Investment Continues to Accumulate, Influence Expanding Moynihan pointed out that AI-related investments have been steadily accumulating this year, rather than exploding overnight. He indicated that these investments could become a more significant driver of economic growth in the next year and beyond. He emphasized that while economic growth is not entirely driven by AI, the "marginal impact" AI has on the overall economy is already quite evident and substantial. Positive Outlook for 2026, US Economy Expected to Grow 2.4% When discussing the US

William Banks' viral island saga ended December 20 with a second-round TKO loss to Gabino Silva at Parense de Manos in Argentina. The loss concluded months of online attention from Banks claiming he was stranded on an island, drawing millions of views before his dramatic Captain America "rescue."

The fintech company Architect, founded by Brett Harrison, former President of FTX US, who left several months before the crash, completed a $35 million Series A funding round, valuing it at $187 million. The company is building AX, a perpetual contract exchange for "traditional assets," focusing on forex, interest rates, metals, and other traditional financial assets. (Background: CFTC Chair Michael Selig's appointment: The FTX case taught me a lot, ensuring innovation is Made in America) (Additional background: SBF: FTX didn't go bankrupt at all! Customers could have fully withdrawn their coins but were instead swept into a $130 billion disaster) On December 23, the fintech company Architect, founded by former FTX US President Brett Harrison,

Written by: KarenZ, Foresight News The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially welcomed a new leader. According to the statement released by the CFTC on December 22, 2025, Michael Selig Sworn officially took office that day, becoming the 16th chairman in the history of the agency. Appointment Background Michael Selig Sworn was nominated by President Trump on October 27, 2025, and confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 18. This appointment marks a realignment of the Trump administration's financial regulatory system, particularly in establishing a regulatory framework for the emerging digital asset market. However, the nomination process was not smooth sailing.

A class-action lawsuit in America targeting Pump.fun is drawing significant attention from the crypto community, as allegations suggest that the MEV mechanism has been abused to benefit insiders, while retail investors believe that token launches are fair. New evidence has been introduced into the case file. A

US lawmakers Max Miller and Steven Horsford introduced the bipartisan Digital Asset PARITY Act, proposing to exempt capital gains tax on stablecoin transactions under $200. The bill encourages the use of regulated stablecoins for daily payments, not speculation, and allows taxpayers to defer income reporting from staking rewards for up to five years.

American podcast host Joe Rogan has built a media empire with annual revenues of $250 million through "The Joe Rogan Experience," with episode view counts reaching 50 million. From Elon Musk smoking marijuana to Trump’s campaign rallies, this long-form conversation show that "talks about anything" is redefining the boundaries of media influence. (Previous Summary: Huang Renxun also praised! What makes "Acquired" a must-listen podcast for Silicon Valley and Wall Street elites?) (Background information: Trump's full victory speech: I love Musk, he is a superstar, make America great again) Table of Contents From comedian to podcast king, the show's value is $250 million Podcast Chat, Precise Campaigning: Trump's Three Hours China Mirror: The Attempts of Luo Yonghao and Others Controversy and

According to data from SoSoValue, on December 22, the Bitcoin spot ETFs in America recorded a total net outflow of 142 million USD, reflecting the cautious sentiment of investors in the short term. Nevertheless, IBIT – BlackRock's Bitcoin spot ETF remains a bright spot as it leads the market with a net inflow of 6 million.

Yoyee Wang, Head of the Institutional Division at the crypto assets exchange Bybit, pointed out the three key factors for institutional investors entering the digital asset space at the summit in Abu Dhabi. (Previous summary: Interpretation of Bybit x DL Research "2025 Global Crypto Assets Ranking Report": Compliance and demand become mainstream, financial sovereignty moves on-chain) (Background Supplement: Bybit was selected by BeInCrypto as one of the "Best Centralized Exchanges" and "Best Exchange in Latin America" in the 100 Awards.) Table of Contents Custody, Risk, and Capital Efficiency The regulatory clarity of the United Arab Emirates Tokenization of real-world assets Institutional Participation Beyond Asset Exposure _＊This article is a promotional piece written and provided by Bybit, and does not represent the position of the Blockchain District, nor is it investment advice or a purchase.

Michael S. Selig officially takes over the CFTC, declaring the end of the "enforcement as regulation" era and laying down new rules for the U.S. crypto market. (Previous summary: The U.S. CFTC announced the approval of BTC, ETH, and USDC as margin and collateral for derivatives contracts) (Background information: U.S. CFTC: Federal-level "spot crypto market" officially launched, Bitcoin and Ethereum will trade alongside gold) Table of Contents From legal clerks to regulatory hubs Core policy: Principle-oriented and legislative acceleration Power vacuum and rapid case formation window The regulatory turning point that the market is anticipating Washington is shrouded in cold winds, but on December 22, a rare warmth enveloped the CFTC headquarters. Michael S. Selig raised his right hand under the watchful eyes of everyone and received the seal of the 16th chairman, concluding.

On December 22, 2025, Michael S. Selig was sworn in in Washington, officially becoming the 16th Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This "crypto veteran," nominated by President Trump and confirmed by the Senate, previously served as the chief attorney for the SEC's cryptocurrency working group and has extensive regulatory experience spanning both public and private sectors, covering traditional commodities and digital assets. In his inaugural speech, Selig pledged to lead the CFTC in establishing "common-sense rules" for emerging markets during this "unique moment," ensuring America's innovative leadership and supporting the president's goal of making the U.S. the "world's crypto capital." His appointment marks a new phase in the U.S. cryptocurrency regulatory landscape, emphasizing coordination, pragmatism, and innovation.

_Donald Trump says the US will never sell Bitcoin again, highlighting missed billions and signaling a long-term reserve strategy._ President Donald Trump announced a major shift in the United States Bitcoin policy on Friday. He said America will never sell its Bitcoin again. Consequently,