AI & Public Sector IT: Bahwan CyberTek says Middle East government and business tech spending remains robust, with Oman and the UAE key markets for managed services in energy, banking and public sector work. Brunei-China Agri Tech: Brunei launched a one-year Senior Expert Advisory Program on hybrid rice breeding and seed production, aiming to boost rice productivity and support a hybrid rice research centre. Enterprise IT Partner Award: Concepts Technologies won ManageEngine’s “Emerging Partner of the Year” for expanding ManageEngine adoption in Brunei, including security and network monitoring for government and private firms. Digital Identity for ASEAN: A regional push highlights how digital IDs can help connect ASEAN systems for faster verification across borders. Local Industry & Mobility: Jetour Brunei held a record mass delivery, handing over 52 vehicles (Dashing and X70) at Amber Hills. Offshore Tech & Data: SLB won a Brunei Shell Petroleum contract for production restoration from shut-in wells, covering subsurface evaluation, engineering and offshore execution. Energy Tech Research: TGS secured an extension for seismic acquisition off Indonesia and also announced AI-driven seismic imaging collaborations and foundation-model work. Regional Security Tech Watch: Satellite imagery reports new radar/early-warning style construction near Antelope Reef in the South China Sea, pointing to continued militarisation. Health Research: A new Asia-Pacific study reviews the burden of spinal pain and the role of rehab-focused approaches. Wealth & Tech Influence: A global ranking roundup notes how technology power is increasingly tied to wealth and influence in 2026.