Gulf Security Shock: Iran hit Kuwait’s power generation and desalination infrastructure again, with Kuwait’s electricity ministry taking units offline to protect the grid and urging residents to cut usage while repairs continue; the attacks also followed strikes on other Gulf targets and were framed by analysts as “calibrated signaling.” US-Iran Escalation: The U.S. launched airstrikes targeting Iran’s Revolutionary Guard after U.S. troops were killed in Jordan, as both sides traded blows across bridges, utilities, telecoms and water assets—raising fears of a wider regional spiral. Saudi Nuclear Talks: CNN reports the U.S. is ready to let Saudi Arabia enrich uranium under a draft deal awaiting a presidential signature, with concerns centered on safeguards and access for inspectors. Fintech in Riyadh: Tuwaiq Academy and MBSC wrapped up the AMAD Fintech Hackathon in Riyadh, setting a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest fintech hackathon. Saudi Investment Spotlight: UNCTAD data shows Saudi Arabia jumped to 13th globally for FDI inflows in 2025, with net inflows rising to $32.6B. AI & Speech Rules: A Meta Oversight Board study warns major AI chatbots may spread government restrictions on online speech, with models more likely to avoid criticizing restrictive leaders.