AI Policy & Supply Chains: The Philippines joined a US-led joint statement with Pax Silica allies to align AI regulation with “pro-growth” innovation, aiming to strengthen supply chains, critical minerals access, semiconductor development, and lower barriers for startups. Workforce & STEM Push: Malaysia says its biggest hurdle to becoming a tech creator is future-ready local talent, rolling out National Science Week STEM outreach to bridge classroom learning and industry needs. Drones & Regulation: Malaysia’s PM urged faster UAV adoption, linking drones to AI and digital transformation, and called for stronger regulatory and ecosystem support as the global drone market expands. Healthcare Research: Luxembourg’s Integrated Biobank project highlights how anonymised patient samples can speed personalised treatments, even when donors don’t directly benefit from each study. In-Car Safety Tech: UK/EU Intelligent Speed Assist systems can pass approval tests yet make more mistakes on real roads when speed limits change, raising concerns about driver trust. AI in Math: Researchers describe how AI-assisted proofs are moving toward formal verification, with Terence Tao using AI to help draft parts of peer-reviewed work. Markets & Tech Sentiment: US stocks wobbled as AI skepticism, Apple-related chip cost worries, and rate expectations hit tech-heavy indexes. Cyber/Trade Pressure: Trump threatened 100% tariffs on countries imposing digital services taxes, escalating uncertainty for European tech policy. Defense Tech Funding: Ukraine’s SkyFall signed a framework with Poland’s BGK to explore EU financing for dual-use and unmanned systems. Robotic Surgery Network: Vinmec launched Vietnam’s integrated multi-connected robotic surgery ecosystem, linking multiple hospitals and platforms to expand access nationwide. Consumer Security: Apple updated guidance for stolen iPhones, stressing Lost Mode and not removing devices from Find My to preserve protections.