Global AI Outages: ChatGPT (plus Gemini and Claude) suffered widespread service disruptions, leaving users unable to access responses and forcing businesses and individuals to wait. Cybersecurity & Compliance: TÜV Rheinland and BG Networks announced a strategic partnership to speed up cybersecurity compliance testing for connected devices amid tightening global rules. Medtech Cyberattack: Boston Scientific is investigating a cyber attack that disrupted parts of its on-premises systems, affecting manufacturing and order processing, with restoration timelines still unclear. Energy & Climate: A new UN Environment Programme report warns the world is set to cross 1.5°C soon, pushing climate risks higher, while still arguing an “overshoot, peak and decline” path can help return below 1.5°C. Food & Health Cooperation: Malaysia’s DVS and PERHILITAN signed a One Health cooperation statement to tackle zoonotic diseases and biodiversity risks. International Finance: Ukraine faces billions in potential funding risk after parliament failed to pass IMF-linked legislation, including a parcel tax needed for key tranches. Global Partnerships: Pakistan and Qatar agreed to build a Pakistan-Qatar Human Resource Corridor focused on certified skills and demand-driven worker mobility. Trade & Industry: Rolls-Royce’s leasing JV opened a direct aircraft engine leasing entity in China, aiming to cut costs and procedures for airlines. Regional Security: Nigeria’s air force and police deepened coordination for intelligence sharing and joint training ahead of the 2027 elections.