ASEAN Workplace Tech: The ILO says GenAI exposure is rising across ASEAN, with only 3.3% of jobs in the highest-exposure occupations, but big shares of workers facing at least minimal exposure—Singapore (42.2%) and the Philippines (28.1%) lead, while disruption is “not yet visible.” Regional Digital Safety: Brunei’s role in ASEAN-OSHNET grows as it takes vice chairmanship and the Secretariat for 2026–2029, with a new 2026–2030 action plan aimed at stronger occupational safety and health cooperation. Brunei-Kuwait AI & Cyber Talks: Kuwait and Brunei discussed boosting cooperation in digital transformation, AI and cybersecurity, including knowledge exchange via Kuwait’s “Sahel” programme. Mobile Connectivity for Brunei Users: Tune Talk launches free E-Roaming in 13 countries (including Brunei) for selected prepaid plans, with no manual activation needed. Local Cyber Capacity: Eleven members of the Brunei Cybersecurity Association (BCSA) join a regional learning journey in Indonesia to strengthen ASEAN cybersecurity collaboration. Energy Shock Watch: Iran-war oil disruptions are straining ASEAN budgets, pushing governments toward subsidies and renewables acceleration. Climate Risk for Borneo: Indonesia braces for stronger El Niño-driven peatland fire risk, warning that rice cultivation on peat could worsen outcomes. Business Expansion Tech: RNG Tech plans to deploy 800+ self-service massage chairs across Malaysia and four ASEAN countries, including Brunei, focusing on high-traffic sites.