Autonomous Transport: Zoox’s robotaxi push gets a boost as it prepares to start commercial rides after winning a US exemption, paving the way for driverless fleets without traditional controls. UK Tech & Security: OpenAI offers Michigan cybersecurity help after a water-sector cyberattack, highlighting growing interest in AI tools for public-sector defence. Defence Tech: The US Army picks Kratos for a Javelin seeker upgrade contract, with work tied to Birmingham, Alabama, reflecting ongoing missile modernisation. Local Tech & Politics: Larry Ellison’s Mayfair office plan wins approval despite neighbour Chatham House concerns, a reminder that tech-linked institutions still face planning and security scrutiny. Space & Weather: Met Office maps warn Scotland’s solar eclipse viewing could be hit by cloud and rain, with peak coverage times flagged for key cities. Scam Alerts: A Metro Bank customer reports losing £14,000 in an AI-linked Claude fraud, underlining how chatbot credit scams can slip through. Cyber/Defence Disruption in Scotland: Two men are arrested after a break-in and vandalism at an Aberdeenshire defence tech firm, with activists alleging links to Israeli military contractors.