Data Centres vs Housing: Housing Industry Association warns data-centre rush is crowding out land, power and water for new homes, arguing some projects get “preferential” planning treatment and could be approved faster than housing. AI Governance: Australia’s “Office of AI” push is paired with new rules for data centres to match power use and protect creators’ work, while regulators move to curb automated AI decision-making. Financial Services & Fraud: Senate inquiry hears banks want easier access to ATO data via the consumer data right to stop AI-generated fake loan documents; industry says it’s a “win-win” fix. Market & Macro: ASX futures point higher but war jitters and oil spikes from renewed Iran conflict keep investors cautious; Aussie and kiwi dollars wobble ahead of key inflation data. Energy Transition Risk: Insurers and experts flag thermal runaway risks as battery storage expands, stressing monitoring and safety systems. Insurance & Climate: Perils estimates Victoria’s January bushfires cost insurers $860m. Business Moves: Next Capital to buy Fujitsu’s Australian data centre business; Ascentium adds Melbourne firm MGI Dobbyn Carafa; Mamamia appoints Luca Lavigne CEO and Southern Cross Media names Natalie Harvey chief revenue officer. Super & Cost of Living: ACT Government tops up its public service offer with higher super and inflation-linked payments, to be voted on in August. Retail Savings: Research says switching 20 branded items to home brands could cut grocery bills by up to 43% (about $3400 a year).