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In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down the latest Venezuela news and how recent actions by the United States are reshaping politics across the Caribbean. With Trump’s latest news involving Venezuela, including U.S. operations tied to Nicolás Maduro, new questions are emerging around Puerto Rico and state admission into the United States.

We examine how Trump, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico are now directly connected through U.S. foreign policy and national security decisions. Puerto Rico continues to play a critical role in U.S. military and geopolitical strategy, yet its residents remain without full voting rights or representation. This raises serious political questions about democracy, sovereignty, and whether Puerto Rico can continue operating in this gray area without statehood or independence.

The episode closes by connecting politics, Venezuela news, and U.S. strategy to broader implications for Puerto Rico’s future. As Trump Venezuela policy evolves and geopolitical pressure increases in the region, the case for Puerto Rico state admission is becoming harder to ignore. This conversation offers critical context on how global politics are influencing Puerto Rico’s path forward.

Articles we referenced:

https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/5693716-self-determination-puerto-rico/

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/setting-pace-competitive-year-ahead-investpr-tvqde/?trackingId=FrPgFjXBRzeKCdO2MY98sA%3D%3D

Chapters

00:00 Puerto Rico, Venezuela, and why this conversation matters

02:05 Venezuela crisis and U.S. operations explained

05:10 Puerto Rico’s role in U.S. national security

08:30 Why Puerto Rico has no voting power despite its importance

12:10 Statehood vs independence vs political limbo

15:40 What Puerto Ricans on the island are saying today

19:05 Generational divide on Puerto Rico’s future

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In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down the latest Venezuela news and rising geopolitical tensions impacting South America and the Caribbean — with major developments involving Nicolás Maduro, Cuba, and U.S. foreign policy.

We start with an update on Venezuela after the U.S. cut off oil shipments flowing to Cuba, a move that places significant pressure on Cuba’s already fragile economy. We examine how Nicolás Maduro, U.S. sanctions, and military positioning are reshaping regional energy security and sovereignty.

Next, we discuss Cuba’s economic outlook, the long-term effects of sanctions, and why cutting Venezuelan oil could push the island into a deeper crisis. We also explore Mexico’s role and what these decisions mean for regional stability.

The conversation then expands to Latin America geopolitics and investment strategies, as countries like Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru experience political shifts that have investors paying close attention. We challenge whether increased U.S. involvement truly creates stability or introduces greater long-term risk tied to China and Russia.

We close by reviewing World Bank and Bloomberg projections for Latin America through 2026 and 2027, highlighting countries expected to see the strongest economic growth.

If you want clear context on Venezuela news, Nicolás Maduro, geopolitics, and investment strategies shaping Latin America, this episode delivers insights you won’t hear in mainstream coverage.

Chapters

00:00 South America update and why 2026 matters

02:12 What just happened between the U.S., Venezuela, and Cuba

05:20 Why Venezuela oil is critical to Cuba’s economy

08:45 Can Cuba survive without Venezuelan energy support

12:30 How U.S. sanctions reshape Latin America geopolitics

16:05 Are China and Russia gaining influence in South America

19:40 Why some investors are bullish on Latin America

23:05 The risks of U.S. intervention for regional stability

26:30 World Bank growth projections for Latin America in 2026

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In this episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we sit down with Kimberly Rosales, CEO and founder of ChainMyne, a crypto and digital asset platform focused on expanding financial access for underserved and unbanked communities.
Kimberly shares her journey from traditional banking into blockchain and crypto, explaining what pushed her to leave a rigid financial system and build a company centered on trust, education, and inclusion. As a mother of four and a Latina founder, she offers a powerful perspective on legacy, resilience, and why women must play a leading role in shaping the future of finance.
We explore how ChainMyne acts as a bridge between traditional banking and digital assets, helping individuals and businesses navigate crypto safely, understand wallets, cross-border transactions, tax efficiency, and corporate structuring. Kimberly also breaks down why trust is the true currency in the digital era and how communities can empower themselves through financial education.

Chapters00:00 Who is Kimberly Rosales and why crypto matters for inclusion

02:12 Why Latinas need a mindset shift to build digital wealth

05:01 What traditional banking gets wrong about underserved communities

07:48 How ChainMyne bridges traditional finance and crypto

10:34 What resilience looks like when building a crypto company

13:22 Can blockchain expand financial access in Latin America

16:08 Why Costa Rica is emerging as a crypto and Web3 hub
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In today's Wealth Wednesday episode, we dive into the latest "venezuela news" and the ongoing "us venezuela conflict". We discuss Russia's condemnation of a U.S. "act of armed aggression" against Venezuela, exploring the implications for "nicolas maduro" and the region. This episode provides a critical "geopolitics analysis" of the situation, including "putin venezuela" dynamics and broader "international relations" across Latin America.

Chapters

00:00 World news update: Venezuela and South America

02:26 Why Nicolás Maduro's capture changes everything

06:14 What happened during the U.S. operation in Venezuela

10:02 Who benefits from removing Venezuela’s president

14:34 How Russia and China are responding to Venezuela news

18:50 Why oil, commodities, and global markets matter here

22:03 Can Venezuela remain sovereign after Maduro

26:43 What this means for U.S. power in Latin America

30:18 When this could escalate into a wider global conflict

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In today’s episode, we break down two major South America world news stories shaping the political and economic future of the region: Chile’s recent political shift and the escalating Venezuela news involving the United States and President Nicolás Maduro.

First, we explore why global markets and investors are suddenly paying closer attention to Chile. Following a decisive national election, Chile is signaling a pivot toward pro-market reforms, stronger law and order, and changes to labor and corporate policy. We discuss what this shift could mean for Chile’s economy, foreign investment, fintech growth, and crypto regulation—and whether Chile is positioning itself as a long-term economic leader in South America.

Next, we provide a critical update on Venezuela news, including recent reports of U.S. military action and rising pressure on the Maduro government. We unpack what has been confirmed, what remains unclear, and why this situation raises serious geopolitical concerns involving Nicolás Maduro, oil resources, China, Russia, and regional stability across South America.

This episode connects the dots between Chile politics, Venezuela–U.S. tensions, energy, crypto regulation, and global power dynamics—offering context often missing from mainstream world news coverage.

If you want a deeper understanding of where South America is heading politically and economically, this is a must-watch conversation.

Chapters

00:00 World news overview in South America

02:24 Why global markets are watching Chile

05:45 What Chile’s political shift means for South America

09:14 Can Chile become a long-term economic leader

13:32 Venezuela news update and U.S. involvement

18:36 What Nicolás Maduro’s future means for the region

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In this Wealth Wednesday episode, filmed just before Christmas, we explore Brazil's significant public energy investment, highlighting the country as a top destination for such ventures. We discuss how these investments and other financial management strategies contribute to wealth building strategies across the region.

Brazil now leads Latin America in oil production, surpassing Mexico and Venezuela, while simultaneously building one of the cleanest renewable energy matrices in the region. With massive oil and gas reserves, expanding offshore wind farms, hydropower dominance, and over $88 billion in public energy investments, Brazil is positioning itself at the center of the global energy transition.

This episode connects the dots between politics, public investment, renewable energy, oil production, and long-term national strategy — and explains why Brazil’s energy rise could reshape Latin America’s economic future.

Chapters

01:27 What 2025 revealed about business and growth

07:03 Why Brazil is becoming an energy superpower

07:58 What makes Brazil different from other LATAM countries

13:10 What $88B in energy investment looks like

15:06 Why Brazil surpassed Mexico in oil production

16:40 Who is funding Brazil’s energy expansion

17:57 Why China’s energy influence matters globally

22:05 Can Brazil become a long-term energy leader

23:42 What a trillion-dollar opportunity really means in Brazil

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In this Wealth Wednesday episode, we break down Puerto Rico’s ongoing power crisis and the government’s lawsuit against LUMA Energy. While the story has dominated news in Puerto Rico, it has barely reached the mainland United States — and the implications are serious.

We clarify misinformation around LUMA’s finances, explain why the real issue traces back to PREPA’s $9 billion bankruptcy, and unpack how decades of neglect left Puerto Rico’s power grid fragile long before Hurricane Maria. We also explore why blackouts last days instead of hours, how rising electricity bills are impacting residents and businesses, and why unreliable power continues to block economic growth on the island.

This episode dives into who actually controls Puerto Rico’s power system, why many believe the government is effectively suing itself, and what a realistic best-case scenario could look like moving forward.

Chapters

00:00 Intro and episode overview

02:23 Why Puerto Rico is suing LUMA Energy

03:18 What LUMA bankruptcy rumors get wrong

06:13 Why blackouts hurt Puerto Rico’s economy

09:09 Who actually owns the power grid

14:33 Why transparency and public data matter

18:36 Can Puerto Rico fix its energy crisis

22:05 What the best-case scenario looks like

23:34 When real change could happen

In today’s Wealth Wednesday episode, we break down two major developments shaping the future of Latin America’s digital economy: the explosive rise of AI and fintech across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, and TikTok’s massive new data center project in Brazil valued at 38 billion dollars.

Latin America has become one of the fastest-growing regions in the world for AI adoption, with fintech expanding more than 300 percent from 2017 to 2023. But despite this rapid growth, companies across the region are facing a huge talent shortage. More than 60 percent of businesses report that AI training is their number one need, and 40 percent say they do not have the internal talent to scale their AI operations. We explore why the demand is rising so quickly, where AI is being used the most (payments, fraud detection, customer service, e-commerce), and whether Latin America can develop the workforce needed to compete globally.

We also break down TikTok’s plan to build a 38 billion dollar renewable-energy-powered data center on the northern coast of Brazil. This project will bring more than 4,000 jobs to the region, deepen Brazil’s role in global tech infrastructure, and place the country at the center of a growing competition between the United States and China for digital dominance in Latin America.

This episode covers economics, geopolitics, AI innovation, global talent gaps, and the future of the Latin American tech ecosystem. If you want to understand where opportunity is heading over the next decade, this is a must-watch conversation.

Chapters

00:00 Intro and episode setup
01:53 Why AI and fintech are exploding across Latin America
03:43 What is driving 300 percent fintech growth
05:39 Why companies lack AI skills and training
08:06 Who benefits from AI opportunities in emerging markets
10:29 What high-paying AI jobs reveal about the talent gap
15:13 Why TikTok is investing 38B in a Brazil data center
17:27 What this means for US-China influence in Latin America
21:17 Should Latin America become a global AI competitor
22:43 When the Latin Wealth community launches