Fiscal Pressure: Slovakia’s fiscal space is shrinking fast as public debt nears 61.5% of GDP, with the Budget Responsibility Council warning debt could climb toward ~75% by 2030 and make the next crisis more painful. Public Media Tech: STVR is deepening cooperation with the European Broadcasting Union, aiming to share content, expertise, and broadcasting standards across the EBU network. Connected Cars: Volkswagen EV drivers in Europe are getting Digital Key via Samsung Wallet, using UWB for hands-free entry and NFC for tap-to-unlock/start, with access sharing for multiple users. Nuclear Resilience: Prime Minister Robert Fico visited Jaslovské Bohunice to discuss reactor resilience during extreme drought and the slow pace of preparations for a new unit. Rail Engineering: A TBM cradle for Poland’s high-speed rail tunnel in Łódź is finished, with TBM assembly underway and excavation planned for early 2027. Drought Shock to Energy: Record-low rivers across Central Europe are squeezing transport, farming, and power generation, with Hungary and Romania facing serious nuclear cooling challenges. Cybercrime Alert: New Android malware “WindRelay” uses a remote-access trojan plus NFC relay tricks to drain cards after victims install a malicious app. EU Carbon Policy: The EU’s ETS review is heating up as it balances emissions cuts, industrial competitiveness, and energy affordability. Slovakia in Global Tech Distribution: Arrow Electronics expanded IBM distribution coverage to include Slovakia, boosting access for local channel partners.