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Budget news — August 15, 2026

Publications tagged with Budget published on August 15, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

8 publications

  1. SocietyCorruptionBudgetHealthcareWhite-collarFraud

    Allegations Against 'Ah Lang' (Du Wuqi) at Xianggang Huangjincheng

    Multiple sources report that Du Wuqi, also known as 'Ah Lang', was involved in operating a blockchain stablecoin project called Solulu and had ties to Xianggang Huangjincheng. Allegations include delayed wages, threats, violence, or sexual harassment against employees, loans and uncontactability after project suspension, and other unconfirmed reports.
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  2. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    Russia Proposes Expanded Data Collection on Citizens' Trips

    The Ministry of Transport in Russia has proposed to expand the volume of data on trips by Russians that carriers transmit to the state. This includes information about transfers, luggage, and assigning a unique code to each trip. The data will be transmitted to the Unified State Information System for Ensuring Transport Security and may include passenger's phone number, email, login, password hash, IP address, and payment method. The proposal aims to strengthen control over the trips of citizens within the country and abroad on all types of transport.
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  3. SocietyCorruptionAsiaBudget

    AEE Power Terminates Contracts with Seydou Kane Over 'Attempted Fraud'

    AEE Power EPC has terminated all contracts with Senegalese businessman Seydou Kane following an attempted financial fraud involving 2 to 3 million euros. The deception was uncovered through internal control filters and confirmed by Senegalese tax authorities. The case involves a rural electrification project initially negotiated with ASER and the former regime.
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  4. WorldJudiciaryMiddle EastBudget

    PAGCOR Implements Minimum Guarantee Fee for Online Gambling Operators

    The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has introduced a minimum guaranteed fee system for online gambling operators effective July 1, 2026. All licensed gambling system service providers will face new monthly minimum fee requirements. The fees are phased in over time, with higher fees for online casino operators and those with higher revenues. PAGCOR aims to increase fee transparency and industry standards, but industry insiders believe the high fixed costs may accelerate the exit of small operators, leading to further consolidation in the industry.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle EastBudget

    Peru: Fuel Price Increase Sparks Protests and Government Subsidy

    Protests erupted in Peru's Amazon region after diesel prices doubled in August 2026, reaching 24.6 soles (around $7.28) per gallon. The increase, attributed to international conflicts and Petroperú's financial issues, led to road closures and strikes in cities like Pucallpa and Iquitos. President Keiko Fujimori announced a targeted subsidy of 15-20% for transport workers to mitigate the impact of the price hike.
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  7. SocietyCorruptionBudgetWhite-collar

    French Tax Data Breach Affects Over 800,000 Citizens

    Over 800,000 French citizens and professionals have had their tax data compromised following two cyber attacks on the General Directorate of Public Finance (DGFiP) systems in June and July. The stolen data includes names, taxable income references, tax rates, and land registration information. The hacking group 'Zerobytes' claimed responsibility for the attacks, which are part of a series of cyber incidents targeting French government systems in recent months.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastBudgetSci PolicyHealthcare

    Ukraine's Damage Register Expands, Russia Must Compensate

    Ukraine's Damage Register, started in 2023, has begun accepting claims in new categories, including state humanitarian expenses and demining costs. Advisor Mykola Yurlyov reported that damages have already exceeded $1 trillion, with estimates ranging from $667 billion to over $1.1 trillion since 2014. Russia's assets under sanctions are approximately $300 billion. Ukraine plans to open all categories by the end of 2026. Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, emphasized that Russia must pay for each of its crimes and compensate Ukraine for all damages.
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