Energy & Costs: Virginia regulators are moving to shift more transmission buildout costs onto data centers and other big-load customers, aiming to keep households and small businesses from footing the bill. Local Retail Revitalization: Evanston is considering a vacancy tax and launching a retail incubator to fill downtown commercial spaces after a reported 21% vacancy rate. Privacy & Smart Tech: Australia’s privacy watchdog is set to review smart glasses after concerns about discreet recording and misuse, with extra attention on risks to women and girls. AI for Work: GenOffice, an open-source AI-native office suite for Mac and Windows, is pitching native Microsoft file compatibility plus AI inside documents for smoother collaboration. Small-Business Growth in Bangladesh: Meta and LightCastle are rolling out a Small Business Growth Academy to help SMEs scale. Market Access Partnerships: Home&Shopping and Shinhan Card are teaming up to revitalize traditional markets using consumption data to expand sales channels for small sellers. Workforce Pressure: A study warns Singapore merchants could feel a hit as the JB-SG RTS Link opens, boosting cross-border spending. Community Commerce: Rockford’s manufacturing roundtable and a Texas “Business of the Month” highlight how local networks and recognition keep SMBs moving. Fraud Alert: Saskatchewan transportation firms report losses from a credit card scam targeting tool and parts purchases.