Argentina holds the world’s fourth-largest reserves of shale oil and more shale gas than anywhere except China. Argentines started tapping Vaca Muerta around a decade ago. Production grew steadily. Then, a few years ago, it exploded. In 2024 Argentina exported more energy than it imported for the first time in 14 years.

Argentina’s President Milei faces charges after crypto crash - The plaintiffs said Milei’s action was an operation known in the crypto world as ‘rug pull’

Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, has refuted claims that he promoted the controversial Libra token, which quickly tanked in value, leading the crypto-friendly politician to face multiple fraud suits and a call for his impeachment.