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Crypto

Stellar pursues quantum-resistant migration without address changes, signing key replacement central

The Stellar Development Foundation unveiled QPP, a roadmap to prepare the Stellar (XLM) network for quantum computers, and said it aims to complete a shift of all accounts to quantum-resistant signatures by the end of 2027. The plan is designed to keep existing addresses and transaction histories intact while replacing only signing keys. It outlines a three-stage rollout from 2026, adds NIST-standardised ML-DSA support, and raises dormant-account handling as a remaining issue.

Telecommunications & Media

Inflight WiFi satisfaction soars in a year as Starlink adoption shows results

Inflight WiFi satisfaction has risen sharply over the past year, emerging as a key factor in airline service competition. A 2026 travel survey by the American Customer Satisfaction Index showed inflight WiFi satisfaction at 79 out of 100, up from 66 a year earlier. Airlines’ adoption of next-generation satellite links, including SpaceX’s Starlink, has improved speed, stability and latency, affecting passenger reviews and corporate travel contracts.

AI & Enterprise

Google considers using Samsung Electronics 2 nm process for next-generation TPU components

Google is considering involving Samsung Electronics in producing key components for its next-generation AI chip, TPU, The Information reported on Wednesday. Google is discussing having some TPU elements manufactured using Samsung\'s 2-nanometre process. Google has produced TPUs at TSMC, but rising AI chip demand and limited capacity, alongside growing external demand for TPUs, is increasing the need for more production capacity.