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BIR simplifies business registration requirements

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is streamlining the documentary requirements for business registration. This is intended to cut red tape and spare applicants from delays or outright rejection. Revenue Memorandum Circular 74-2025 issued on July 18 updated the checklist to align with the implementing rules and regulations of Republic Act

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‘Tourists are scared’: Chinese travellers shun Nepal after deadly protests

Chinese tourism to Nepal is set to slump after days of deadly political unrest have left many travellers scared to visit, dealing a potentially lasting blow to a country that had been emerging as a trendy travel destination for young Chinese. The eruption of anti-government protests in Nepal earlier this month sparked mass cancellations that wiped out about 50 per cent of Chinese travellers bookings for September, according to data compiled by the travel marketing and technology company.

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XRP Ledger XLS-86 Amendment Introduces New Firewall Layer – What To Expect

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is entering a new evolutionary phase with the introduction of the XLS-86 amendment, which brings a firewall layer directly at the protocol level. For years, crypto investors and institutions have raised concerns over scams and network vulnerabilities that erode confidence in blockchain technology. With this new amendment, XRPL is positioning itself [.].