Enterprise AI Push: Meta unveiled a new “Business Agent” that can book appointments, qualify leads and close sales across WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram, with initial free access and paid plans coming later—aimed squarely at the enterprise market. Energy Transition in Malaysia: Malaysia’s CCUS push needs a whole-of-nation approach, while the government is also moving utility-scale solar toward mandatory battery storage under the LSS6 programme. Nuclear Fuel Deal: Orano Canada and Cameco agreed to jointly buy TEPCO Resources’ 5% stake in the Cigar Lake uranium JV, boosting Orano to 42.582% and Cameco to 57.418%, pending approvals. Trade & Sanctions: The US sanctioned Iran’s major digital asset exchange Nobitex and proposed forced-labor tariffs of 10%–12.5% on dozens of partners. Oil Operations in Iraq: Iraq’s PM ordered oil firms in Kurdistan to resume operations immediately to address export disruptions. Local Business & Community: A Berks County craft soda maker is donating profits to local charities, while a Taste of Palestine & Business Expo returns July 25 to connect regional restaurants and buyers. Cyber & SMB Risk: New reporting warns small businesses are increasingly targeted by professional cyberattacks despite limited defenses.