AI Governance at DFCE 2026: EVYD Technology backed Brunei’s digital push at the Digital Future Conference & Exhibition, focusing on “getting AI governance right” with risk-based rules, clear shared responsibility, and balancing local data sovereignty with global integration. Digital Skills for Wawasan Brunei 2035: AITI highlighted future-ready digital capability, citing rising digital literacy and lifelong learning participation as policymakers, educators, and industry leaders discussed how to close the digital gap. Maritime Growth Agenda: Brunei Darussalam Maritime Week 2026 opened under “Powering Maritime Excellence,” linking safe seas, investment confidence, and workforce development as the chain for sustainable maritime expansion. AI in Brunei’s Food Sector: Antrique launched an Nvidia-powered AI food innovation initiative in Tungku, starting with a 14-hectare coffee plantation and planning sensor-driven monitoring to build datasets for future AI models. Brunei Offshore Engineering: Subsea7 secured an EPCI pipeline replacement contract offshore Brunei for subsea pipeline and riser installation supporting production centers. Regional Tech & Security: SEACAT 2026 in Singapore advanced integrated maritime cooperation with a new Maritime Operations Forum and updated senior leader training. Connectivity & Risk Watch: Reports flagged a Chinese research vessel observed near US-Taiwan undersea cables, raising renewed concerns about cable security.