Ocean Tech Funding: The EU and Canada have launched the OceanEye International Alliance for the Global Ocean Observing System at UNGA, with almost €220m in pledges so far (including €92m from the EU and CA$82m from Canada) to back sensors, drones, vessels and data hubs. EU Crypto Regulation: The EBA is pushing to bring crypto borrowing and lending, including access to DeFi lending protocols, under MiCA—potentially adding suitability checks, leverage limits and extra disclosures. Malta-Cyprus Business & Cyber: Cyprus and Malta firms are meeting to expand joint investment and partnerships across technology, financial services, manufacturing and cyber security. Medtech Support: Malta-linked Elevate Medtech has relaunched its website around the device journey to market, mapping regulatory pathways across Europe, the UK and the US. Climate & Water Pressure: Eurostat reports Cyprus emissions rose 67.1% since 1990, while drought hit 13% of Cyprus’ land in 2024—Malta tops drought impact at 57.5%. Malta Planning Watch: Malta’s planning directorate backs in-principle approval for a first crematorium near Addolorata, despite environmental and local council objections. AI in Gaming (Malta): Malta Gaming Authority moves to formalise responsible AI use via an AI Gaming Charter. iGaming Testing Expansion: Malta-based RiskCherry expands to five new regulated jurisdictions, reaching 24 markets for online casino game certification.