AI Policy & Markets: Calls to slow AI development rattled tech stocks globally as oil surged above US$100 on Middle East supply fears, adding pressure ahead of a Fed decision. Online Safety & Social Media: Australia’s digital duty of care debate keeps heating up, with major parties clashing over how much control platforms should face. Health Tech & Outcomes: Kirby Institute data show Australia met key HIV targets, but experts warn progress isn’t shared evenly and late diagnoses remain a problem. Deep-Sea Science: Researchers report giant sea spiders off Australia can glow via bioluminescence, adding to what we know about life at ~5,000m. Climate-Resilient Farming: Kirin and Japan’s RIKEN are testing heat and drought resilience in wine grapes to protect yields as water gets tighter. Cyber/IT Reliability: Microsoft Outlook users report fresh login and syncing problems weeks after a major outage. Biotech Progress: Imagion Biosystems will resume MagSense nanoparticle manufacturing via a CDMO ahead of its HER2+ breast cancer trial. Energy Transition: Hyundai says it’s moving buyers away from diesel with AWD petrol and hybrid options. Digital Identity: Google’s age assurance system is rolling out in Canada using profile and activity signals to flag under-18s. Tech Funding: Flam raised $40M to build AI-enabled interactive video and 3D experiences.