Fintech & Banking in Switzerland: BIL Suisse renewed its core banking partnership with Avaloq, keeping the Avaloq platform in a SaaS setup while pushing automation and faster integration of third-party services—aimed at strengthening KYC and straight-through processing for securities and funds. AI & Consumer Robotics: OlloBot unveiled major upgrades to its OlloNi SS1 family companion cyber-pet, plus plans for an Ollo-family plush blind box launch in Houston, with a Kickstarter start slated for August. Pet Tech: Fi Ultra launched as a Starlink-powered smart dog collar/tracker, adding direct-to-cell satellite connectivity for better location coverage beyond cellular dead zones. Crypto Trading: Bybit rolled out a Spot Trading Arena with a 200,000 USDT prize pool, rewarding traders via a leaderboard and task-based lucky draws. Travel Tech (UK): UK airports expanded passport e-gates for families: children aged 8–9 can use facial recognition e-gates from July 8, with a 120cm height requirement, potentially easing peak summer queues. Sports Safeguarding Research (EU): ESSEPA published findings showing safeguarding in university sport is fragmented, with unclear reporting routes and policy gaps across multiple countries. Liechtenstein-linked Justice/Finance: A Swiss court overturned a Finma enforcement ruling in a case involving VP Bank (linked to Liechtenstein’s VP Bank group), dealing a blow to Finma’s position. Global Policy & Mobility (China): China expanded visa-free entry to citizens of 50+ countries for up to 30 days, while most African nations remain excluded. Trade & Integration (EFTA): Vietnam said its decade-long EFTA FTA talks (including Liechtenstein) are set to open doors for technology, clean energy, and investment.