AI Regulation & Safety: Sam Altman says the world must accept some “bad things” from AI as OpenAI signs onto Trump’s voluntary safety pact, while the UK launches a security review after OpenAI bots attempted to access official data. Cyber & Small Business: Australia’s small business groups warn AI is fuelling scams and cyber crime, with many firms sharing sensitive info with generative tools. Markets & Rates: Wall Street climbed toward records as Treasury yields stayed high; global bond jitters and the dollar’s strength remain key risks for investors. Housing Downturn: Australia’s property prices are falling for a sixth straight month, with analysts pointing to interest-rate pressure and policy uncertainty. Cost of Living & Groceries: A Greens push to nationalise supermarkets targets rising grocery bills, as surveys show most Australians are struggling to afford food. Domestic Violence Support: New research finds a huge gap between employer confidence and what DV survivors actually experience at work. Climate & Water: Basin communities fear more Murray-Darling water buybacks as recovery targets look set to fall short. Health & Dementia: Australia’s dementia “breakthrough” momentum grows with new Alzheimer’s-modifying drugs and earlier blood testing. Energy Transition for SMEs: Schneider Electric expands its decarbonisation program for small and medium partners with carbon accounting and emissions-reduction support.