Starlink Lands in Seychelles: The government has opened the telecom market to Elon Musk’s Starlink, with a soft launch at State House and Starlink authorised under SCRA rules—aimed at boosting reliable broadband for remote areas, tourism, schools and businesses. Crypto Crime Crackdown (Region): Eastern African prosecutors began a five-day training in Nairobi to improve investigations and court handling of crypto-linked fraud, money laundering and cross-border financial crimes. Seychelles Forex & Digital Finance Watch: Bitget, a Seychelles-linked exchange, has registered as a Financial Services Provider in New Zealand, expanding its compliance footprint and dispute resolution access for customers. Range-Trading Buzz: Zoomex launched Contract Grid, a crypto trading tool designed to profit during sideways markets—built around automated buys and sells within set price ranges. Yachting Emissions Rules Expand: The Yacht Club de Monaco’s SEA Index widened CO₂ certification to include recreational boats from 10 metres, with Seychelles among the network locations. Tourism Spotlight: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts Praslin, Seychelles, among the fastest-rising island destinations, flagged as “Best for Nature Lovers.” Power Cuts Elsewhere, Context for Islanders: Cyprus activated rotating load-shedding groups due to supply deficits, underscoring how grid stress can quickly translate into daily-life disruptions.