Marshall Islands Security & Climate: President Hilda C. Heine told parliament the country faces mounting pressure from geopolitics, extreme weather, and living costs, and flagged upgrades to maritime surveillance, drug-trafficking prevention, resilient infrastructure, and healthcare—plus renewed work to document the legacy of U.S. nuclear testing. She also noted the arrival of Australia-donated patrol vessel RMIS Jelmae to boost enforcement across the Marshall Islands’ vast ocean territory. Ocean Science in the Pacific: National Geographic Pristine Seas is surveying Samoa’s newly protected marine areas to build a scientific baseline for the country’s plan to protect 30% of its ocean, including reef, mid-ocean, and deepwater sites. Digital Wayfinding for Growth: A new Pacific-focused piece argues that Pacific Islanders can use AI and Digital Public Infrastructure as “navigation tools” for inclusive digital transformation—drawing on star-based wayfinding traditions. Space Tech Update: NASA’s rescue effort for the Swift Observatory is facing a major setback as a robotic servicing craft is spinning and has sporadic contact, with plans to stabilize it and repair systems. GIS for Environmental Action: Pacific geospatial professionals gathered in Fiji for GIS training to better manage environmental data and support policy decisions amid biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution. Crypto Launch in Majuro: Remittix officially launched Remittix Markets in the RTX ecosystem, bringing perpetual futures trading and expanding beyond its earlier payments focus.