Kenya Digital Finance: Airtel Money and KCB Bank signed a deal to let customers deposit and withdraw cash at 22,000+ KCB agents, pushing interoperability and wider financial access. Telecom-Led Security: Kenya’s Communications Authority says Sh6bn in rural telecom infrastructure is improving security and development in North Rift and northeastern areas. Scam Risk for Investors: A 77-year-old California retiree lost $177,000 to an investment scam, highlighting how hard it is for victims to spot sophisticated fraud. Household Finance Education: Women leaders in Papua New Guinea completed financial literacy training on budgeting, saving, and using bank accounts. M&A Watch (Airlines): Castlelake went public with a third easyJet takeover bid at 625p/share (£4.7bn), urging shareholders to pressure the board after rejection. AI & Markets: China rolled out measures to boost AI adoption in consumer markets; Chinese AI stocks jumped as regulators signaled easier listing rules for AI firms. India IPO Momentum: Reliance Industries rose as Jio Platforms filed IPO papers with SEBI, with investors eyeing a major value unlock. Brexit Aftermath: Reuters revisits how Britain’s finance industry recovered post-Brexit, noting record profits but weaker dominance and job shifts. Trade Finance: ITFC reported $9.35bn in 2025 trade finance approvals, underscoring ongoing support for energy and food security. Geopolitics & Energy: US-Iran talks progress eased oil prices, while markets watch inflation signals for rate direction. Parliamentary Process: Kenya’s Finance Bill vote drew calls to raise quorum to two-thirds after low participation.