Media Regulation Overhaul (Kuwait): Kuwait’s new Media Regulation Law consolidates rules for digital media, social platforms, and advertising into one framework, replacing older media laws and aiming to streamline procedures and boost investment. Election Tech Accountability (Nigeria): Six civil society groups demand INEC publish verifiable proof that 2027 election systems are ready, specifically calling out fixes to the 2023 result-upload problem. AI & Advertising Rules (Global): Regulators and industry watchers keep pushing tighter controls on AI in marketing, including labeling and new compliance expectations. Brand & Retail Push (E-Commerce): GROWNSY tees up Amazon Prime Big Deal Days with “ONE DAY EARLIER. ONE DAY EASIER.” while ASUS expands its Gemini-focused Googlebook 14 lineup in the US and Canada. MarCom in the Spotlight (US): A report alleges DHS spent $20M on Trump-centered TV ads, reigniting debate over public-service messaging versus political promotion. Energy Infrastructure (Indiana): Regulators approve eminent-domain authority for power lines feeding Boone County’s LEAP district, tied to Meta and Eli Lilly demand. Ukraine Pharma Hit: Russian drones damaged an Indian-run Kusum pharma plant in Sumy, killing one and injuring others.