Bumiputera Policy Shift: Malaysia’s Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah says the removal of a 30% Bumiputera equity requirement for private education institutions won’t weaken empowerment, arguing follow-up will stay with the relevant ministries under the 2009 Cabinet decision. Fraud & Cyber Risk: A new push to help people spot scams highlights how AI is making fake websites, emails, texts, audio and video more convincing, while separate reporting warns of “LLMjacking” as stolen AI logins and API keys drive unauthorized compute charges. Energy & Prices: US officials weigh a diesel export ban as record prices bite amid US-Iran tensions and refinery disruptions; analysts warn any export curbs could ripple into global fuel costs. Digital Finance Security: Orange Money (Jordan) and ADSTRA sign a strategic deal to deploy AI-powered AML/CFT screening against sanctions and customer risk. Azerbaijan Investment Drive: Azerbaijan’s 2nd AIIF in Baku signs 23 documents worth $10.8bn, with ministers pitching AI and digital infrastructure as cross-cutting drivers for non-oil growth. Renewables Push (Türkiye): Türkiye reports renewables at about 63% of installed power capacity, with solar and wind leading expansion. Trade & Health: Namibia halts meat exports after a foot-and-mouth outbreak, while Kenya Ports Authority partners with RMIT on maritime research for the blue economy. Social Spending Debate (South Africa): A proposal would raise social grants to R4,400 per month, costing R52,800 per person per year.