US-Canada Trade Tensions: Ontario Chamber of Commerce chief Daniel Tisch urged PM Mark Carney to de-escalate Canada’s counter-tariffs after Trump’s 50% tariffs, warning costs and investment are taking a hit. AI & Trade Policy: China’s commerce ministry rejected U.S. claims that Chinese AI firms are doing “industrial-scale” model distillation, calling it a normal commercial practice and vowing countermeasures. AI Safety Debate: A former Anthropic researcher resigned, saying major AI labs aren’t acting responsibly, adding pressure for stronger safeguards. Payments & Commerce Tech: Mastercard rolled out Agent Connect to link merchants, AI shopping agents, and payment providers through one integration. SME Cross-Atlantic Talks: The U.S. and UK held the 10th SME Dialogue in Cardiff to tackle barriers for small firms in trade and manufacturing, including digital and AI innovation. Corporate Finance Watch: Avenue Supermarts raised Rs 300 crore via 90-day commercial paper at 6.40%. Real Estate Development: Prime Square Doral in Florida entered pre-construction, with permits nearing approval and construction targeted for Q1 2027. Local Business & Community: A Farragut, Tennessee plan would add 30 townhomes plus commercial space on Watt Road, though parking could slow approval.