Consumer Protection Crackdown: Seoul says many pop-up stores are violating consumer rights and privacy rules, with failures on data consent, portrait rights, and refunds flagged after audits of 24 venues. Logistics Expansion: Ocean Network Express launches its Mediterranean Africa Express (MAX) service starting 7 July, adding direct rotations linking West Africa with major global trade lanes. UAE Digital Commerce Upgrade: Great Dubai rolls out a faster, smoother platform with improved search and browsing for jobs, property, and cars. Fintech BNPL for Insurance: Policybazaar.ae partners with Tabby to let UAE customers split motor and health insurance premiums into interest-free monthly instalments at checkout. Retail Marketing Push: Ultimate Products’ Beldray launches its first TV ad campaign on ITV/ITVX, running through July and August in a Yorkshire trial. AI Model Release: OpenAI says GPT-5.6 (Sol, Terra, Luna) will launch publicly this Thursday after a broader US approval report. Telecom Consumer Rights: Ofcom hits Virgin Media with a record £28m fine for blocking customers from cancelling broadband contracts. Safety Warning on Baby Goods: Which? finds 150 “potentially lethal” baby products sold across UK marketplaces, including suffocation-risk sleeping bags and pillows. Smart Retail Checkout: Scandit launches automated, age-verified self-checkout aimed at cutting friction while improving compliance. Broadband Infrastructure: Openreach plans FTTP upgrades to 115 MDU buildings in Havering, targeting thousands of additional homes.