Microplastics Monitoring: GAEC hosted scientists from 21 African countries in Accra to harmonise coastal microplastics protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data to guide marine pollution policy. Seychelles Water Tech: UNESCO is piloting IslandWatch in Seychelles with a citizen-science approach, using a UNESCO app and a shared platform to turn freshwater field measurements into usable monitoring data. Reef Science: A Seychelles study published in PLOS ONE uses passive acoustic monitoring to track how reef restoration changes underwater soundscapes at Cousin Island. Local Business Leadership: SeyRe Global promoted Vanida Pillay to CEO, bringing 30+ years of re/insurance experience to the Seychelles-linked reinsurer. AI & Finance in Seychelles: Assetara launched a full-featured AI-driven investment ecosystem with on-chain staking and a volatility-based prediction engine, powered by its ASRA token. Crypto Market Moves: MEXC reported June TradFi data showing stock and index futures volume up ~261% MoM, with SPCX futures surging over 145x. Indo-Pacific Watch: PM Modi’s Indonesia visit delivered BrahMos missile and Sabang Port deals plus EVM adoption, underlining the region’s tech-and-defence push. Blue Economy Tourism: Seychelles closed its cruise season with premium tourism and sustainability, highlighting a shift toward attracting the “right” ships. Energy Policy Ripple: The IEA says 113 countries have adjusted energy policies amid the Iran war, including lowering energy taxes and adding conservation measures.