AI Safety for Youth: Bahrain-based young people are raising alarms after a global study found Gen Z uses AI daily, treats it like a friend, and often shares personal details without consistently taking protective steps. Deepfake Law Push: MP Dr Maryam Al Dhaen says Bahrain should add standalone rules for deepfake crimes as AI-made fake videos and cloned voices grow, warning of crisis-era misinformation and identity harm. Bahrain Enterprise AI Support: Zain Bahrain’s OneCX has joined Text Solutions’ partner programme to unify customer chats, tickets and emails, automate routine requests with AI, and turn service data into insights. Local Labour & Skills: Bahrain and ESCWA discussed labour market development, focusing on policy upgrades, skills improvement, and keeping pace with economic and technological change. Women in Stats Leadership: iGA reports women hold 72.7% of executive roles in its statistics sector, alongside strong workforce participation. Space Tech Watch: China’s Chang’e 7 is set for an Aug. 24 launch aiming to land near the lunar south pole to search for water ice. Lunar Science Benchmark: Experts say Chang’e 7 could set a new standard for robotic lunar missions, with international experiments onboard. Cyber Risk for Data Centres: India’s data-centre boom is flagged as a growing target for cyberattacks and disruptions, with ransomware and sensitive infrastructure concerns. Gulf Tech & Policy Events: Bahrain-linked regional forums and workshops highlight ongoing focus on technology, workforce readiness, and strategic planning across the Gulf.