Drone Security Push (Germany): Germany opened a new drone-security technology center in Cochstedt, Saxony-Anhalt, aiming to test anti-drone systems under realistic conditions after a recent explosive-drone discovery near Leipzig Airport. Security Tech Upgrade (Kuwait): Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior outlined a digital transformation plan focused on modern systems to speed security operations and improve service quality. AI in Public Safety (UK): Live facial recognition deployments are set for Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds and Ipswich, with police stressing instant deletion for non-targeted people. AI Threats in Schools (US): A Northern California high school faced a lockdown after an AI-generated bomb threat demanded $15,000. AI Business (OpenAI): OpenAI reported $6.7B revenue in Q2, with growth accelerating faster than most peers. Tech, Markets & Power: Wall Street slid as elevated bond yields hit semiconductors and AI infrastructure sentiment, while a new analysis warns Big Tech data centers could drive massive CO2 emissions. Regulation & Privacy (Meta): Meta’s child-safety trial begins as states accuse the company of designing platforms to keep minors hooked. Healthcare Tech (US): WVU Medicine Princeton demoed around-the-clock brain monitoring to spot seizure activity in real time.