AI Smart Grid Funding: Cambodia’s AI-powered smart-grid project has been selected for international support under the Climate Technology Accelerator Fund, aiming to modernize electricity networks, cut energy losses, and boost resilience. Connected EVs in Cambodia: cellcard and ZDG (Cambodia) partnered to bring the Lynk & Co Z20 intelligent electric vehicle, using cellcard’s 5G/4G for seamless in-car entertainment and services across Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Siem Reap, and key highways. Cybercrime & Scams: A major investigation highlights how scammers are industrializing fraud using AI tools from US tech firms, while Cambodia continues crackdown efforts on transnational scam syndicates. Digital Payments Expansion: India’s UPI launched in Greece via Eurobank, expanding UPI availability to 10 countries including Cambodia—another push for easier cross-border payments. STEM & Skills Building: China’s Luban Construction Workshop College is training Cambodian youth in advanced construction engineering, and Cambodia also received ICCR scholarships for 41 students to study in India, including IT and tech-focused degrees. GPS Security: A warning on GPS spoofing and navigation interference underscores new risks for sailors and shipping in contested waters. Regional Innovation Competition: The China-ASEAN Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition finals wrapped up in Vientiane with Cambodia’s science ministry representatives in attendance.