AI Scaling Shift: Thinkia says the real business challenge isn’t testing AI tools anymore—it’s scaling AI by wiring models into core systems like ERP/CRM and decision processes. Banking for SMEs: Axiom Bank launched end-to-end small-business loan origination powered by Enable Technologies, pairing it with in-branch business deposit account opening to speed onboarding. Business Regulation Update: Qatar’s MoCI will update existing companies’ commercial activity classifications in three phases starting June 1, aiming to improve data quality and transparency without changing the nature of activities. Enterprise Software Deal: Tata Technologies secured SAP PartnerEdge Sell authorization across India and the U.S., moving toward a solution-led, outcome-driven go-to-market model. China Global Services Push: China’s services trade fair (CIFTIS) will add an overseas-expansion support zone with roadshows and consulting for firms expanding abroad. Energy & Markets: Oil prices rose toward $96 a barrel amid Iran-US tensions, adding to cost pressure for businesses. Startup Valuations Reset: PitchBook data shows more than 220 former unicorns have fallen below $1B valuations as AI funding concentrates in a smaller set of winners. Kenya Corporate Crackdown: Kenya’s registrar struck off 500+ companies, raising fears of thousands of job losses and legal shutdowns. M&A in Biotech: Edgewise Therapeutics agreed to sell its muscular dystrophy business to Servier for up to $2.65B, including $1.55B upfront.