Digital Skills for MSMEs: Malaysia’s Digital Economy Corp (MDEC) will launch the Malaysia Digital Tour 2026, a free nationwide series aimed at reaching 500,000 people and training students, youths, freelancers, and micro, small and medium enterprise owners in digital literacy, careers, freelancing, and digital entrepreneurship. Local Business Boosts: Albemarle Farmers Market marks National Farmers Market Week with a community event highlighting local farms and artisan vendors, plus a free raffle and vendor promotions. Women Entrepreneurs Spotlight: Oman’s OCCI North Al Batinah hosts “Makers,” an exhibition for Omani women entrepreneurs to showcase products, build partnerships, and expand marketing for SMEs. SMB Cybersecurity: Chicagoland managed IT provider LeadingIT says new Verizon and Microsoft threat reporting shows phishing and unpatched vulnerabilities are rising, urging small businesses to tighten defenses. Disaster Loans Waiting on Paperwork: SBA disaster loans for Spokane fire victims are ready, but depend on a formal request from Gov. Bob Ferguson. Food Access Funding: Delaware’s Grocery Initiative awarded a $20,000 grant to the Milton Community Food Pantry to expand fresh produce in weekly distributions. Local Licensing Friction: In Retford, an ice cream vendor may have to cut trading days after a licence mismatch with historic market rules. SMB Growth via Broadband: Kinetic announced major fiber expansions across Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Kentucky, adding tens of thousands of homes with multi-gig service. Small Business Legal Pressure: Buc-ee’s filed a federal copyright lawsuit against a small Ohio convenience store over a similar cartoon mascot. Local Marketing Wins: Fort Worth SEO firm Icepick marks 10 years of growth, expanding from a solo shop to an 11-person team serving 100+ businesses.