Rural housing squeeze: A Mayo councillor says Achill is losing local shops, pubs, post offices and schools as planning refusals block one-off homes, leaving would-be residents told they lack “housing need.” Public safety and small business risk: In Garden Grove, an overheating chemical tank triggered evacuations, but some victims report insurance denials—raising fears of long-tail costs for local businesses. Migration tensions with real livelihoods: Durban residents describe a mixed picture on migrants: some say foreign nationals help keep their informal shops afloat, even as xenophobia fuels protests. Cross-border payments for SMEs: iFAST Global Bank launched SEPA capabilities for its multi-currency business accounts, aiming to simplify euro payments for trading firms. Tourism goes cashless: The Philippines’ DOT and Mastercard are rolling out a more digital, cashless tourism push, citing millions in sales for small operators. Defense procurement gap: A Bruegel analysis warns Europe’s rearmament spending still favors legacy giants over startups, risking slower innovation for drones and next-gen tech. SMB tech tools: AUAU Technology unveiled a global launch of its studio management SaaS for gyms and studios, targeting streamlined bookings and payments. Cyber basics for SMBs: A security piece argues many breaches start with overlooked “blind spots” like unpatched systems and exposed endpoints.