Kazakhstan Tech Sandbox: Minister Madiyev says Alatau City will be a testing ground for new tech, from tokenization and fintech to autonomous vehicles, drones, and digital public services, with a full space ecosystem push. Energy Digitization: CNPC highlights deeper Kazakhstan–China cooperation using online monitoring, predictive maintenance, and AI (including the Kunlun model) across oil and gas operations. AI Meets Industry: DOST-7 urges Philippines MSMEs to adopt AI and Industry 4.0 via SETUP 4.0, aiming for a “critical mass” of digitally transformed firms by 2028. AI in Markets: China’s electronics sector surged to become the biggest stock market segment on an AI-driven rally, while traditional sectors lagged. Biotech Security Scrutiny: U.S. lawmakers advance a bill to scrutinize China-linked biotech licensing and development deals under outbound investment screening. Medical Tech & Care: The Medical City in the Philippines earns top regional rankings for cardiology and strong neuroscience performance, while Zimmer Biomet plans 500 hires for a Bengaluru technology center. Sensors & Edge Hardware: Infineon completes its ams OSRAM sensor portfolio acquisition to expand automotive, industrial, and medical sensing for edge systems. Power Grid Upgrade: KEPCO moves DC power systems from demos toward broader industrial adoption, driven by AI data-center demand. Cybersecurity & Policy: Malaysia targets VPN and third-party identity misuse to bypass social media age checks. AI Industry Backlash: Palantir’s Alex Karp calls out AI firms for overselling and rising costs.