World Tourism Day & Malta’s AI push: Malta’s Tourism Authority has launched a public AI Tourism Platform that brings together MTA Traveller Survey data and National Statistics Office inbound tourism figures in one place for operators, policymakers, researchers and the public. Education & AI governance: Prime Minister Robert Abela says a new student behavioural framework is coming, with protocols on school behaviour, search procedures and emergency responses, while PISA results are prompting calls for a “hard look” at Malta’s education direction and stronger critical thinking. Central Bank strategy: The Central Bank of Malta unveiled its 2027–2030 Strategic Plan, stressing cyber threats, financial innovation and climate risks, with priorities across payments, financial stability and operational excellence. Responsible AI in gaming: Malta Gaming Authority developments include an AI charter for responsible use across the sector. Space & ocean science: Europe’s first commercial lunar rover mission confirms a 2029 Moon flight, while OceanEye’s international alliance secured major pledges to expand global ocean observing. EU tech regulation: The European Commission published big-tech reports on Digital Services Act compliance, including disinformation measures. Tourism tech partnerships: Trust Payments and felloh formalised a deeper deal linking payment processing with back-office reconciliation and reporting for travel businesses. Health preparedness: Deputy PM Ian Borg told the UN that pandemic preparedness for small states must be practical, flexible and built on international cooperation.