Auto Tech & Markets: NASN Intelligent Tech (brake-by-wire) started trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising about HK$533 million as it pushes to scale production and compete in China’s fast-growing market. Defense & Robotics: Saronic Technologies set up an autonomous ship test site at the Port of Gulfport to support on-water testing and commissioning of its Marauder unmanned surface vessels. Regulation & Drones: The FCC proposed retroactively blocking sales of certain foreign drones, flagging LiDAR, thermal imaging, and swarming tech as “military-grade,” with drone light shows also potentially affected. AI, Safety & Society: A new wave of AI safety tech is moving into hospitals, cars, and smart homes to help make higher-stakes decisions—without replacing professionals. Water Tech: Iraq signed with Turkish firm Kolaysoft to deploy digital monitoring, remote meter reading, and GIS mapping to manage strained surface and groundwater resources. Health Biotech: Iran unveiled local oncolytic virus technology aimed at targeted cancer treatment, moving from semi-industrial production to clinical trials. Business & Infrastructure: Activation Capital plans to expand Richmond’s Virginia Bio+Tech Center with new wet labs and a clean room, targeting life-science growth. Tech & Culture: Virginia Tech’s James Franklin emphasized communication as he runs the QB battle through camp, with a starter expected to be named before the season opener.