AI Governance & Power Shift: Rep. Ro Khanna warns tech billionaires and AI executives are gaining outsized influence in policymaking after G7 AI talks, arguing democracies weren’t meant to be ruled by elites. Public Sector Digital Trust: Malaysia’s Health Ministry is exploring digital medical certificates after fake MC syndicate cases, aiming for more secure issuance and verification. Climate Tech Regulation: South Korea launches a lifecycle technology push to cut fluorinated refrigerant emissions as HFC rules tighten globally, targeting next-gen refrigerant management. Urban Tech for Mobility: Seoul’s driverless Sillim Line uses digital twin condition monitoring and predictive maintenance with an offline AI chat agent to improve reliability without adding new onboard sensors. AI Costs Bite Back: Big firms are moving from “max AI use” to tighter limits as AI spending spikes, with employees shifting toward minimizing usage. New Research Breakthrough: Yale researchers report a brain-computer interface that works with brain activity patterns to let people control games and computers more effectively. Real Estate for Tech: Tech Mahindra signed a 10-year lease for ~3.97 lakh sq ft in Hyderabad’s Aparna IT Hub, underscoring continued demand for large, premium office spaces. Wearables Leak: Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 details reportedly leaked, including new strap colors and a boxier Ultra 2 design. Green Tech in Daily Life: A travel-focused garment steamer (Aironox Go) targets quick wrinkle removal with a compact, carry-on-friendly design. Tech & Society Debate: UK’s under-16 social media ban faces backlash over accessibility and harm concerns, with critics urging safer, more workable protections.