Data Center Policy: NSW released a new Data Centre Policy Framework to speed approvals (75 days for compliant projects) while pushing developers to fund extra energy and water infrastructure as AI-driven demand surges. Digital Skills for SMBs: Changzhou, China is rolling out neighborhood “AI night schools” aiming to train 1 million residents by 2028, including small-business owners, to boost practical AI use. Payments for MSMEs: Mastercard teamed with TeamApt to expand digital payment acceptance across Africa, helping licensed entities onboard and giving MSMEs more secure, multi-channel transaction options. Disaster Recovery Support: Mississippi’s MEMA will open five Disaster Service Centers for Tropical Storm Arthur damage, with FEMA and SBA disaster loan specialists on-site for homeowners and businesses. SMB Tech in the Cloud: MYOB will connect its financial insights to Claude and ChatGPT so business owners can ask questions about balances, overdue invoices, and profit/loss using their own data. Fairer Grocery Bargaining: Australia’s AUSVEG is offering free training to help fresh food suppliers understand their rights under the mandatory Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. Local Business Boost: Cedar City’s Small Business Expo (Aug. 22) is set to bring 29 vendors and free “Innovation Coins” to help local entrepreneurs get customers. Community-Driven Tourism: Queensland secured the Pacific Airshow through 2028, expected to generate major visitor nights and spend for hotels, restaurants, and local operators.