Meta Crackdown on Child Safety Ads: India’s MeitY has ordered Instagram/Meta to disable paid ads and content promoting or facilitating child sexual exploitative and abuse material, demanding a detailed response within 7 days and warning of possible legal action if safeguards fail. EV Cybersecurity Push: India also moved to remove Chinese battery-management apps tied to viral “remote shutdown” e-rickshaw incidents, directing app stores to tighten checks after safety concerns and alleged Bluetooth misuse. AI in the Spotlight: Zhipu AI released open-weight GLM-5.2 and a coding assistant, while Hong Kong’s HKMA chief warned of AI bubble risks and quantum threats to encrypted finance. Enterprise Software Pricing & Competition: Zoho co-founder claimed a customer used competitive pressure to cut Microsoft Office renewal costs by nearly 90%, reigniting debate over software licensing power. Digital Skills & Policy: India is drafting cybersecurity rules for Level 3+ connected vehicles, aiming to curb attacks as cars get more software-defined. STEM Education Drive: Qatar plans four new STEM secondary schools to boost science and tech graduates, including future cybersecurity and AI talent. Regional Tech & Investment: Marcos’ Canada visit highlighted $2.5B in commitments including IT-BPM, while Turkey and Pakistan pushed to translate political ties into deeper trade and technology cooperation.