Sand Trafficking: Inside Latin America's Lucrative Criminal Empire
Criminal organizations across Latin America are profiting massively from illegal sand extraction, threatening environment and public safety. From Brazil's militia-controlled operations to Colombia's deadly trade, this hidden industry generates millions while devastating local communities.
Brazil Blocks Cryptocurrency Payments for Iris Scans in World ID Project
Brazil's data protection agency has ordered Tools for Humanity, co-founded by OpenAI's Sam Altman, to stop compensating citizens for iris scans with cryptocurrency. The regulatory action challenges the company's global biometric identity system amid concerns over data privacy and consent.
Brazil Challenges Meta's Fact-Checking Changes with 72-Hour Ultimatum
Brazilian authorities demand Meta explain its revised fact-checking policies and user protection measures, threatening legal action if the company fails to respond. The government's concerns focus on content moderation changes that could impact vulnerable populations and spread misinformation.