AI & Semiconductors: China’s chip push is accelerating from manufacturing into AI processors, with new breakthroughs highlighted at Beijing’s AI Computing Conference and mass production updates from CXMT. Space & Defense Connectivity: Canada and France will develop and share space-launch systems and related infrastructure, while Turkey launches an AI climate pledge with the ITU ahead of COP31. Cross-border Telecom Crime: China and Madagascar conducted their first joint crackdown on telecom fraud, repatriating 50 suspects and expanding an international alliance to target cross-border scams. Network Quality & Regulation: Pakistan’s PTA fined Zong Rs 3.89 crore for poor network quality after QoS shortfalls across multiple cities. Cybersecurity: Namibia’s defense sector was hit by ransomware-linked intrusions, and authorities urged stronger incident response and reporting. Digital Identity & Safety: Egypt introduced age verification and “Safe Mode” rules for social media users under 16, while the Philippines blocked websites tied to online grooming of children. Infrastructure & Fiber Expansion: Venezuela’s CANTV expanded fiber services to 12,000+ users in Aragua, Carabobo and Yaracuy. Policy & Net Neutrality: California advanced a broadband plan that could exempt funded providers from net neutrality rules for 14 years. Industry Moves: AT&T’s $1.35B Plano HQ heads to a final site-plan vote; Charter closed its $34.5B Cox deal after regulatory commitments.