Hybrid Cloud for the Edge: Oracle unveiled Oracle Base Database Cloud@Customer, aiming to bring cloud-style database ops and AI closer to sites that can’t send sensitive or real-time data to hyperscalers. Consumer Confidence Watch: Germany’s NIM Consumer Climate index slipped to -29.6 as households leaned more toward saving and cooled on big purchases. Product Liability Update: The U.S. Supreme Court barred certain Roundup failure-to-warn claims under federal law, a major midyear signal for consumer safety litigation. Amazon Prime Refunds: Eligible U.S. Prime customers have days left to claim refunds up to $51 tied to an FTC settlement, with a July 27 deadline. Retail Theft Crackdown: Texas police say a Sephora/Kohl’s shoplifting case grew into an organized retail theft ring, with $400K+ recovered and 52-year-old Claudia Higuera-Torres arrested. Beauty Brand “Full Circle”: A founder bought back her beauty brand after three years, relaunching it from her home salon. Travel Retail Expansion: Marleybones landed a major UK deal, expanding into 400+ Pets at Home stores. Food Safety Trust Test: The cyclospora lettuce outbreak continues to rattle consumer confidence and restaurant messaging. Tariff Pressure on Shoppers: Qualcomm told customers prices will rise in double digits due to supply and cost pressures.