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Macaé Summit 2026 is an annual event focused on innovation, technology, business and culture, integrated into the National Science and Technology Week, with the aim of diversifying the local economy and boosting business tourism in the North Fluminense region.
The Macaé Summit 2026 comes to an end this Sunday (27), consolidating the city as the main reference in innovation, technology, business and culture in North Fluminense. Over the course of four days of intense programming at the Jornalista Roberto Marinho Convention Center, thousands of visitors, entrepreneurs and students from the region participated in lectures, free consultations, business rounds and interactive exhibitions.
Integrated into the National Science and Technology Week, the meeting reinforced the strategy of diversifying the economy and boosting business tourism in the municipality. The public enjoyed immersive experiences with augmented reality, a mobile planetarium, drone challenges and robotics workshops, connecting academic knowledge to the new demands of the production market.
Another highlight of the program was the Movimenta Sebrae space, which offered direct support to individual microentrepreneurs (MEIs) and small businesses, promoting strategic partnerships with anchor companies in the region. The event also featured the regional gastronomy emporium and lectures by renowned experts, attracting caravans from several neighboring cities.
The Ministry of Finance published an ordinance that maintains the subsidy of R$ 2.12 per liter for diesel oil. The measure aims to contain the volatility of international fuel prices after the expiration of Provisional Measure No. 1,363/2026.

A jury in the United States ordered Apple to pay US$5.7 billion to the company Taction for violating patents on haptic feedback technologies for iPhones and Apple Watches. Apple denies using the technology and announced that it will appeal the court decision.

Febraban expressed support for Desenrola 3.0, a federal debt renegotiation program. The entity praised the focus on old debts and voluntary adherence, aiming to alleviate family debt and strengthen the Brazilian credit market.

IPCA data show that picanha inflation was lower during the third Lula government (7.8%) compared to the equivalent period of the Bolsonaro government (33.4%). The phenomenon is attributed to supply factors and slaughter records, despite the high level of prices.

The Ministry of Finance maintained the diesel subsidy at R$2.12 per liter. The decision aims to contain volatility in fuel prices, driven by the war in Iran and the price of a barrel of oil close to US$100.

The seventh installment of Maceió's IPTU is scheduled to expire on Wednesday (30). Taxpayers can issue the payment guide via the Municipal Finance Department website or via WhatsApp, avoiding interest, fines and registration in active debt.