AI Infrastructure & Data Centers: Estonia’s largest data centre is set for a major expansion as investors commit nearly €200mn to boost capacity for AI computing and international clients, aligning with the EU’s push for AI gigafactories. Logistics & E-commerce: DHL has agreed to acquire Venipak, strengthening its parcel and pickup-point network across Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia under DHL eCommerce. Energy & Industry Tech: Covestro is launching a EU-backed continuous production project to make bio-based aniline for polyurethane supply chains, aiming to cut emissions versus fossil routes. Retail Demand: Statistics Estonia reports retail turnover volume rose 1% in June, with grocery stores driving the rebound after a long decline. Manufacturing Science: Tartu researchers found how microbes can survive fluoride stress, pointing to new ways to engineer organisms for fluorinated chemical production. Regional Transport: Estonia says it’s still waiting on Latvia’s official position on Rail Baltica changes, with uncertainty lingering on timing. Food & Agriculture Risk: Finland confirmed its first African swine fever case in wild boar, triggering emergency controls near the eastern border. Security & Migration: Police operations in Tallinn’s Nõmme followed a migrant case linked to illegal border crossings, with authorities citing hybrid-attack concerns.