Aviation Border Tech: Bahrain and the UAE signed an MoU to push the “One Stop” air passenger pre-clearance project, aiming to streamline border checks and securely share pre-clearance data. Maritime & Security Tech: Bahrain introduced remote technical inspections for boats and jet skis via video call, cutting approvals and removing the need to visit inspection centres. AI in Care: A disability rights advocate urged AI-supported surveillance cameras in disabled care facilities to help detect abuse that can go unnoticed. Medical Innovation: Royal Medical Services unveiled Bahrain’s first Hologic GEN 3 breast surgery system using Magseed/Magtrace for wire-free, radiation-free surgical guidance. Water Resilience Training: The Supreme Council for Environment launched its second Integrated Water Resources Planning and Management programme with AGU support and Green Climate Fund backing. Underwater Heritage: Bahrain’s culture authority launched a joint underwater archaeology initiative with Japan to locate and document submerged shipwrecks using advanced tech. Global Tech Risk: Google rolled back AI-generated Google Earth satellite images after deepfake-misinformation fears. Regional Finance Shock: Research warns Bahrain faces devaluation/default risk if Strait of Hormuz closures persist, given limited export rerouting options.