Energy Policy & Market Volatility: Ghana’s COMAC says petroleum demand is rising but import dependence and low domestic refining leave the downstream sector exposed, urging sustained investment and innovation to build resilience and a regional energy-hub role. Fuel Pricing Shake-Up: Pakistan is moving toward daily fuel price revisions as global oil rates surge, while regulators warn against hoarding and artificial shortages. India LPG Subsidy Strain: A PL Capital report flags India’s LPG subsidy bill could top ₹1 lakh crore in FY27, far above the ₹30,000 crore budget, widening a potential ₹70,000 crore gap. E20 Fuel Debate: In India, petrol pump owners raise monsoon-linked concerns that ethanol can absorb moisture and potentially contaminate E20 via storage tank issues, even as officials defend E20’s safety and standards. Ad Industry Leadership: The Trade Desk keeps hiring, naming Vinny Rinaldi VP of Client Strategy & Growth, and earlier adding more C-suite stability moves. Effectiveness Awards: The IPA Effectiveness Awards 2026 judge line-up is set, with Tesco’s Suzanne Quinn chairing. Telecom Consumer Rules: Pakistan’s Senate pushes PTA to finalize a uniform eSIM transfer policy allowing at least 10 free transfers, alongside faster 5G rollout. AR for Sports: Grenoble’s ENGO raises €5.1m to scale lightweight athlete AR glasses. Digital Trust & Scams: Malaysia reports a Telegram love scam that cost a student RM56,375 after 45 payments. Meta Data Centre Assurance: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Meta’s $13B data centre will be governed by Canada’s privacy rules and data-safety requirements.