Digital Assets & Banking: Circle has received final US OCC approval to establish Circle National Trust, a federally chartered national trust bank, starting with fiduciary digital-asset custody for USDC and potentially expanding to institutional custody later. Insurance & Tech: Arch Insurance International appointed Fred Bisson as Head of Digital Algorithms to build algorithmic solutions supporting digital trading across its international platform, including Bermuda. Local Economy & Labour: Pay transparency is moving toward law, with employers urged to prepare as Bermuda’s median and racial income gaps are highlighted in the consultation process. Energy & Costs: Belco’s electricity rates are being “unbundled” for clearer generation vs transmission charges, but critics warn rooftop solar customers may face higher facilities charges. Governance & Spending: MPs will debate $22.26m in supplementary estimates, including scrutiny of a $14m “centrally managed fund” tied to entrepreneurship and AI. Caricom Politics: Bermuda remains split on full CARICOM membership, but support for a referendum is strong in a new survey. Social Policy: Prison reform is progressing “slow but steady,” with recruitment and quarterly reporting promised. Community & Sport: The Butterfield Bermuda Championship launches its 2026 volunteer programme, presented by Allshores. Education: A new look at Bermuda’s public education spending and outcomes argues the island is exporting students quietly.