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1Techen.coin-turk.com

Ethereum targets quantum-resistant upgrade for layer 1 by December 2029 - COINTURK NEWS

The Ethereum Foundation's Protocol Cluster has announced a roadmap aiming to make the base layer of the software fully quantum-resistant by December 2029. This move addresses concerns about potential advancements in quantum computing that could challenge the security of existing blockchain cryptography. The initiative targets all critical components of the Ethereum layer 1, including execution, consensus, and data. The completion date is described as non-negotiable until January 2027, when a reassessment of quantum computing developments is planned. The plan involves transitioning all critical network functionalities to post-quantum signature schemes, which will impact transaction authentication, consensus protocols, and Data availability mechanisms across the protocol’s infrastructure.

2Businesssa.marketscreener.com

Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. Selects by Nuclear Liabilities Fund for Multi-Decade Investment Mandate with Initial $1 Billion Commitment

Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. has been selected by the Nuclear Liabilities Fund (NLF) for a multi-asset investment mandate, with an initial $1 billion commitment. The mandate will be managed by Brookfield's Investment Solutions Group and will invest globally across Brookfield?s infrastructure, energy, private equity, real estate and private credit strategies. Investments are expected to include fund commitments, direct investments and co-investments. The partnership was structured around the long-term nature of NLF's liabilities associated with decommissioning eight of the UK?s nuclear power stations. The portfolio is designed to support long-time capital growth and compounding of investment returns over an extended period, helping NLF meet future decommissioned costs.

3Politicshindustantimes.com

Delhi Plans New PG Law: Mandatory licences, rent caps, security norms for students – complete list here

A proposed Paying Guest Accommodation Regulation and Safety Bill, 2026, would require mandatory licences, rent bands, security standards, and a grievance redressal mechanism for students and residents. However, it does not specify fire and emergency preparedness measures. Urban planning expert Jagdish Mamgain suggested a holistic plan to implement these norms, taking account of multiple agencies in Delhi and the complexity of the sector.

4Financeau.finance.yahoo.com

Oil near $100, Fed rate fears and Iran tensions - what’s moving markets

U.S. stock futures were mixed as investors returned from the Labor Day holiday to a fresh set of concerns, including rising oil prices, renewed inflation risks, higher bond yields, and the possibility of a Federal Reserve rate hike. Escalating tensions in the Middle East also contributed to uncertainty. The Dow Jones Futures fell 0.8% to 53,013 points, S&P 500 Futures slipped 0.3% to 7,691.3 points, and Nasdaq 100 Futures was flat at 29,593 points. The Treasury will auction three-year notes, which will provide a benchmark for investor expectations for interest rates. The U.S national debt has now surpassed $40 trillion.

5Worldph.headtopics.com

Iran-backed Houthis attack Saudi energy facilities, wounding dozens and sending oil prices higher

Yemen’s Tehran-backed Houthis have attacked energy facilities and cities in Saudi Arabia, wounding over 70 people and increasing oil prices. The attacks have raised concerns about the risk of a regional war between Iran and the US, with Iran warning that energy infrastructure across the Gulf, including US oil and gas interests, is vulnerable following a tit-for-tat attack on ships in and around the Gulf. The Houthis, who control most of Yemen and much of the north, have been launching attacks towards Saudi Arabia since they declared a naval blockade in July. Despite major US military strikes, Iran maintains missile and drone capabilities to threaten oil tankers and attack Gulf neighbors. The Islamic Republic has vowed to announce a new restricted zone in the Gulf and maps of a new shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.

6Financeipn.md

Sugary or sweetener-infused carbonated drinks and energy drinks will be taxed at 1.60 lei per liter - ipn.md

Sugary or sweetener-infused carbonated drinks and energy drinks will be taxed at 1.60 lei per liter starting next year, according to the Ministry of Finance. The new excise tax is part of the fiscal and customs policy project for 2027, which will gradually increase in the coming years. The producers of these beverages will also be subject to excise duty. The tax obligation will be calculated at the moment of product marketing. The Ministry of Food stated that the new excise duty aims at both fiscal and public health objectives, including discouraging excessive consumption of products associated with health risks and reducing social and budgetary costs. Representatives of the non-alcoholic beverage industry warned that the measure could lead to price increases, reduced sales, and additional costs for manufacturers.

7Techbyteseu.com

Realta Fusion partners with Madison Gas and Electric to build Wisconsin nuclear fusion plant - Bytes Europe

Realta Fusion, a startup of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is partnering with utility company Madison Gas & Electric (MGE) to build a grid-connected fusion power plant in Wisconsin by mid-2030s. The companies announced the partnership on Sept. 2. Nuclear fusion, a reaction when two hydrogen isotopes collide at high temperatures and temperatures, could be the cheapest form of energy generation, according to Dominick Bindl, COO of Realta Fusion. MGE provided Realtta with equipment, engineering and technical support, assistance for siting, permitting, interconnection and financing, in addition to a direct equity investment from its parent company. Bindl expects the footprint of the fusion reactor to be visually similar to a fission reactor of the same electricity output without the need for an “exclusion zone” around the reactor.

8Financeipn.md

The VAT in agriculture and HoReCa will increase from 8% to 12% - ipn.md

The VAT in agriculture and HoReCa will increase from 8% to 12% in 2027, according to a fiscal policy approved by the Government. The increase is also proposed for reduced rates for some food products and natural gas supplied to the population. The Minister of Finance, Victoria Belous, stated that the 8% VAT will be maintained on bread, milk, some fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as eggs and poultry meat. For livestock, crop and horticulture products, and some fresh fruits, a rate of 12% is proposed. The Ministry of Finance maintains that the 12% rate will remain a preferential one compared to the standard VAT rate. The VAT exemption for electricity will also be maintained.

9Worldnewsfirst.lk

Indian Defence Minister Arrives in Sri Lanka After 38-Year Gap

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has arrived in Sri Lanka for a three-day official visit, marking the first official visit by an Indian Defence Minister in 38 years. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in the defence, economic engagement, maritime affairs and regional security. During the visit, Singh will meet with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Defence Secretary Sampath Thuyacontha. The last Indian Defence Minster to visit Sri Lanka was K.C. Pant in 1988 during the tenure of former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.

10Businessnairaland.com

Why Multinational Companies Are Leaving Nigeria – Financial Analysts - Business

Financial analysts and economists have explained why multinational companies continue to leave Nigeria, with Uber becoming the latest firm to announce its exit from the country. This follows at least 15 multinational companies that have either exited the Nigerian market, divested or wound down their operations since 2023. Other companies have also discontinued operations in Nigeria, including Unilever Nigeria Plc, Procter & Gamble Nigeria, GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Nigeria Ltd, Shoprite Nigeria, Sanofi-Aventis Nigeria Ltd and Equinox Nigeria, Bolt Food and Jumia Food Nigeria. Despite recent improvements in some of Nigeria’s key macroeconomic indicators, analysts believe microeconomic realities continue to impact businesses and households. Godwin Oyedokun, a financial expert and Professor of Accounting at Lead City University, expressed concern over the continued exit or retrenchment of multinational companies, highlighted an important contradiction in Nigeria‘s economy. He urged the government to move beyond improved macroeconomic stability and create genuine economic competitiveness that allows businesses to grow rather than wind down operations.

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