Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last week. In this edition, we examine the possibility of Venezuela growing to become the top cryptocurrency market in Latam and the key elements that are holding it back from realizing its potential. Latam Insights Encore: Venezuela […]
‘World’s Coolest Dictator’ Bukele Promotes El Salvador as Free Speech Haven
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele highlighted his country’s commitment to free speech and safety in a recent social media post, indirectly referencing the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Bukele emphasized that El Salvador guarantees freedom from arrest, censorship, and asset seizure for exercising free speech, positioning the nation as a haven for […]
Asia’s Gold Rush: Investors Seek Safe Haven Amid Economic Uncertainty
Demand for gold in Asia is surging despite high prices, as buyers seek a hedge against geopolitical and economic uncertainty. In Japan, there is currently a strong bullish sentiment on gold. Chinese investors, facing currency devaluation, real estate downturn, and trade tensions, have increased their gold purchases by 27% in the first quarter. In Thailand […]