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- El peso colombiano se ha mantenido fuerte respecto al dólar estadounidense desde septiembre de 2025 y la tendencia se ha acentuado en el inicio del 2026, al punto...
- En la semana del 13 al 16 de enero de 2026, la Tasa Representativa del Mercado (TRM) estuvo algunos días por debajo de este nivel y el precio...
- Esto, por un lado, se puede ver como una señal de fuerza por parte de la moneda colombiana.
El peso colombiano se ha mantenido fuerte respecto al dólar estadounidense desde septiembre de 2025 y la tendencia se ha acentuado en el inicio del 2026, al punto de alcanzar precios que no se veían desde hace más de cuatro años y medio, por debajo de los $3.700.
En la semana del 13 al 16 de enero de 2026, la Tasa Representativa del Mercado (TRM) estuvo algunos días por debajo de este nivel y el precio vigente entre el 17 y el 19 de enero de 2026 se ubicó apenas por encima de ese valor ($3.700,05).
Esto, por un lado, se puede ver como una señal de fuerza por parte de la moneda colombiana. Sin embargo,por otro,puede significar varios riesgos,teniendo en cuenta que la débil cotización de la divisa estadounidense puede golpear varios sectores de la economía.
Jorge Llano, economista y vicepresidente de Desarrollo de Mercados del Autorregulador del Mercado de Valores (AMV), aseguró que la baja cotización del dólar en Colombia siempre obedece a factores externos como internos y, en este caso, se puede explicar por una “aparente calma en los mercados” internacionales y la relación del gobierno de Donald Trump con la Reserva federal (fed) estadounidense.
Dólar estadounidense y peso colombiano Foto:iStock
“La Fed es la que realmente le da esa fortaleza al dólar, porque siempre ha sido muy técnica y muy sensata, pero sí hay una tensión con el gobierno Trump y esto puede afectar la gobernabilidad de la entidad, haciendo que el dólar sea más débil“, dijo el experto en charla con el pódcast ‘El café de
Sam altman is an American entrepreneur and investor best known as the CEO of OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence technologies. He previously served as the president of Y Combinator, a prominent startup accelerator.As of January 18, 2026, Altman continues to lead OpenAI amidst ongoing developments in the field of AI and increasing scrutiny from regulators.
Sam Altman: Role at OpenAI
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Sam Altman is the Chief executive officer of OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research and deployment company. He assumed this role in March 2023 after a brief period where he was temporarily removed from his position following internal governance issues.
Altman’s leadership at OpenAI has been instrumental in the growth and release of groundbreaking AI models, including GPT-3, DALL-E, and ChatGPT. he has publicly advocated for responsible AI development and regulation, emphasizing the need to mitigate potential risks associated with advanced AI technologies.
Example: In November 2023, Altman testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee regarding the potential risks and benefits of artificial intelligence. Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing
Sam Altman: Y Combinator Presidency
Prior to his full-time commitment to OpenAI,Sam Altman served as the president of Y combinator from 2014 to 2019. During his tenure, Y Combinator significantly expanded its investment portfolio and influence within the startup ecosystem.
Altman oversaw a period of ample growth for Y combinator, increasing the number of companies funded and expanding the accelerator’s programs to include areas like artificial intelligence and biotechnology. He also championed initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion within the tech industry.
Example: Under Altman’s leadership, Y Combinator launched YC Continuity, a fund dedicated to investing in later-stage Y Combinator-backed companies, in 2015. TechCrunch Report on YC Continuity
Regulatory Scrutiny and OpenAI
OpenAI,under Sam Altman’s leadership,has faced increasing regulatory scrutiny from government agencies worldwide,notably concerning data privacy,algorithmic bias,and the potential for misuse of AI technologies.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is actively investigating OpenAI’s data security practices and its handling of user information. Concerns have been raised about the potential for AI models to generate harmful or misleading content, as well as the impact of AI on employment and the economy.
Example: In January 2024, the FTC announced an investigation into openai, Microsoft, and Anthropic regarding their partnerships and potential anticompetitive practices. FTC Press Release.As of January 18, 2026, the investigation is ongoing.
Sam Altman: Early Life and Education
Sam Altman was born on May 22, 1985, in Chicago, Illinois. He demonstrated an early interest in computers and technology, receiving his first computer at the age of eight.
Altman attended Stanford University, where he studied computer science but dropped out in 2005 to co-found Loopt, a location-based social networking mobile app. Loopt was later acquired by Foursquare in 2012 for $43.4 million.
Example: Altman’s early involvement with Loopt provided him with valuable experience in building and scaling a technology company, laying the foundation for his future ventures.Business Insider Profile