Smart Medical Visas: Dubai is linking its DHA systems with immigration to let hospitals manage “smart medical visa” applications end-to-end, aiming to replace a fragmented patient-led process. Circular Mobility for Kids: Bahrain’s BAPF turns donated plastic waste into funding for customised wheelchairs, helping children with disabilities since 2011. Education & Tech Learning: Arabian Gulf University student Aisha Al-Burshaid presented a master’s thesis on using ClassDojo activities to boost sixth-graders’ English motivation and achievement. School Results: Bhavans Bahrain Indian School top scorers were celebrated after AISSCE results, with standout physics and computer science performances. Waste Tech at Home: Bahrain’s municipal push expands automated garbage bag vending machines, keeping free access available across the kingdom. Space Collaboration: Bahrain Space Agency connects universities with Axiom Space via an alliance for research, training and space-industry pathways. Premium Mobility Pilot: Bahrain launches a regulated Uber Black trial with licensed partners and selected coverage areas. Digital Security Warning: MENA users are being targeted by SniperDz scams using fake Facebook offers and browser notification traps. Bahrain Startup Surge: Startup Genome’s GSER 2026 puts Bahrain’s startup ecosystem value at $1.6bn, up 759%, and ranks it among top MENA performers. Transport & Aviation: Gulf Air adds a new Airbus A321neo to its fleet as part of fleet modernisation. Human Rights & Surveillance Exports: HRW reports Bulgaria licensed surveillance tech linked to Circles/NSO to repressive destinations, raising EU control concerns. Regional Tech-Policy Context: The US-Iran 2026 MoU is driving renewed attention to Hormuz reopening and the knock-on effects for shipping and energy markets.