AI in Finance: Singapore’s MAS backed a new industry framework for “agentic” AI in financial services, proposing real-time safeguards that verify and record an AI agent’s actions before they run. Cybersecurity for Enterprise: Researchers say about 950 Oracle E-Business Suite instances are exposed online as attackers actively exploit a critical Oracle Payments flaw (CVE-2026-46817), raising pressure to lock down public-facing portals. Customer-Facing Banking Safety: Nepal’s Global IME Bank launched instant account blocking via hotline or a “missed call” flow in its Global Smart Plus app, aiming to curb phishing and scam losses. Retail & Small Business Growth: Alpharetta, Georgia broke ground on Roswell Street’s “District Places,” a multi-building retail and restaurant project designed to support small businesses and open in late 2027. AI for Service Teams: RBC is piloting custom AI tools for wealth advisors to streamline meeting prep and reduce repetitive work, targeting $700M–$1B in AI value by 2027. Consumer Protection: South Dakota AG warned storm-repair shoppers to demand written quotes, verify licenses, avoid full upfront payments, and watch for scammy vendors. Tech Deal Watch: Salesforce agreed to buy AI customer service platform Fin (formerly Intercom) for $3.6B, folding it into its Agentforce lineup.