Changi Airport Upgrade: Changi is opening its first satellite gate in August, letting passengers enjoy aerobridges even when flights use remote stands, with a fully sheltered facility and solar-powered setup. Local Travel & Connectivity: AirBorneo starts ticket sales for its inaugural Kuching–Singapore route on July 13, with daily flights from July 22. Digital Public Service: Singapore-linked regional spotlight: the Philippines’ BIR won a GovMedia award for its 2026 interactive digital tax calendar, highlighting how governments are digitising citizen-facing services. AI & Compliance Watch: Reports say OpenAI and Google provided AI services to Singapore subsidiaries of Chinese firms on a Pentagon blacklist, reigniting debate over AI export controls. Fraud & Payments: INTERPOL says social engineering scams hit 142,000 victims across 97 countries, and its stop-payment tool shows how fast freezes can work—until funds move into self-custody. Energy & Costs: Diesel prices are set to jump next week amid tighter global middle distillate inventories and renewed Middle East risks. Maritime & Trade: Europe is considering navigational fees in the Strait of Hormuz, with talks tied to UN maritime rules and calls to avoid compulsory tolls. Lifestyle & Culture: KitKat and Formula 1 are bringing F1-themed experiences to Malaysia, with a prize trip to the Singapore Grand Prix.