Trump Wants Venezuela's Oil. Getting It Might Not Be So Simple 04. January 2026 (20:25) The administration has made it clear that Nicolás Maduro's capture was tied to Venezuela's vast oil reserves. Much less certain is how US companies will actually access them—or if they even want to.(Wired)
8 WhatsApp Features to Boost Your Security and Privacy 04. January 2026 (12:00) Meta’s end-to-end encrypted messaging app is used by billions of people. Here’s how to make sure you’re one of the most locked-down ones out there.(Wired)
What Happens Next in Venezuela—and the Rest of Latin America? 03. January 2026 (23:10) Donald Trump says that Venezuela's governance will remain in the hands of senior US officials until a "proper and judicious transition" can take place. The rest of the region is on notice.(Wired)
Disinformation Floods Social Media After Nicolás Maduro’s Capture 03. January 2026 (19:14) From seemingly AI-generated videos to repurposed old footage, TikTok, Instagram, and X did little to stop the onslaught of misleading posts in the wake of the US invasion of Venezuela.(Wired)
