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US Iran war: Will helium shortages risk major disruption to quantum computing companies?

Over a third of world’s helium supply originates from the Gulf state of Qatar where drone attacks have already shut down a key LNG manufacturing facility for which helium is a by-product.

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Gulf investment in Africa faces review as US-Iran conflict escalates

Gulf states weigh investment decisions amid growing US-Iran conflict, raising concerns over future funding for African projects.

India amends FDI rules for investments from neighbouring countries

Revised policy allows automatic approval of non-controlling stakes and sets 60-day decision timeline for select sectors.

Venezuela gains initial approval for new mining bill

Following US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum's visit, the legislation aims to update Venezuela's three-decade-old mining framework.

Apple boosts iPhone manufacturing share in India to 25%

Worldwide, Apple manufactures between 220 million and 230 million iPhones annually.

EC proposes ‘Made in EU’ rules for public procurement to reduce China reliance

The draft law aims to support domestic industry, address job losses and reduce dependency on non-EU suppliers.

Vena Group signs $674m MoU to develop green energy projects in South Korea

The group plans to advance offshore wind and green energy projects in partnership with local authorities by 2030.

EU shortlists companies in Sweden and UK for $5.8bn Scaleup Europe fund

The initiative comes as European technology firms face increased competition from counterparts in the US and China.