Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure: A joint advisory warns Russian FSB Center 16 hackers are scanning the internet for poorly secured routers and exploiting Cisco Smart Install, urging defenders to improve “router hygiene,” including stronger authentication and disabling Smart Install. EU Digital Safety: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says the bloc is moving toward phased, age-appropriate limits on children’s social media access, with an EU legal proposal expected later this year after expert recommendations. Defense & Procurement: Estonia’s RKIK launched a public tender for a new €15m military base in Narva, with construction targeted for late spring/early summer depending on the bidding process. Defense Tech Funding: Helsing raised $1.8bn (Series E) to expand AI-driven defense platforms, including underwater surveillance and threat-sensing systems. Energy Policy: Estonia is pushing for ETS reforms that allow countries to decide how to use carbon credit revenues after 2040. Rail Baltic & Land Use: The Männiku training area near Tallinn will shrink by about 179 hectares to make room for Rail Baltic and to protect restored habitats for endangered species. Local Industry & Talent: Quantum Systems is expanding its permanent presence in Estonia, opening a Tallinn hub and acquiring SensusQ to strengthen ISR and analytics capabilities. Media & Production: Filming of Estonian-Ukrainian-Bulgarian TV thriller “Tüdruk Tallinnast” moves to Tallinn after wrapping in Ukraine, with a spring 2027 release planned. International Business: Alberta’s regulated iGaming system went live, and Estonia-headquartered Coolbet said it is pulling out due to the new rules.