Subsea Security: Singapore launched new guiding principles on protecting underwater data and energy cables, warning that damage to subsea links can ripple globally. Ocean & Blue Economy: Ocean Week Brunei 2026 kicks off 2 June at UBD, spotlighting blue economy growth, marine innovation, and conservation. Cross-Border Healthcare Tech: Gleneagles JPMC expanded its medical tourism outreach into East Kalimantan, sharing cardiac care expertise and advanced services available in Brunei. Defence Tech & Procurement: India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said Vietnam’s BrahMos deal is already signed (not yet public) and Indonesia’s is in final stages, with technology-sharing framed as trust-based partnerships. Regional Trade Corridors: ASEAN defence ministers reaffirmed free flow of trade through key sea lanes and stressed upholding transit passage under UNCLOS. Brunei Digital Talent: AITI’s Brunei TechXplore Digital Apprenticeship Program wrapped up, aiming to boost ICT employability and global industry exposure. AI for Scams: ScamReady ASEAN highlighted the Global Signal Exchange, where tech firms and partners share signals to disrupt online fraud faster. Medical Tourism & Borneo Links: The Brunei–Indonesia healthcare push also underlines growing Borneo connectivity beyond tech alone. Tech Innovation Awards: DST Innovation Awards crowned BumiTrust for an AI-powered soil monitoring and produce safety solution.