Digital Payments Security: Visa unveiled its Singapore Security Roadmap 2026 and Beyond, targeting fraud and scams that increasingly use AI, automation and social engineering, with six priorities including stronger cybersecurity, authentication, tokenisation and safer e-commerce checkout. SME Support via AI: The BizSG portal will go live on Sept 30, using AI to recommend relevant government grants and services so firms can apply faster instead of hopping across agencies. Fraud & Wallet Trust: Visa said 7 in 10 Singapore residents trust digital payments, but 42% have encountered scams (only 8% lost money), underscoring the push for a more resilient payments ecosystem. Regional Manufacturing Link: FedEx says manufacturers are using the Johor-Singapore corridor to ship globally, pairing Johor’s production capacity with Singapore’s connectivity and infrastructure. AI-Driven Data Consolidation: Citi is consolidating client and market data into a single Snowflake-and-AWS repository, cutting report prep from weeks to days to support wealth management AI use. Defense Procurement: Hanwha Ocean was selected as preferred bidder for Thailand’s next-generation frigate, with integrated logistics support and contract value pegged at 683.3b won. Energy Jitters: Oil pushed toward US$100 as Middle East tensions flare, with shipping disruptions around Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb feeding inflation and rate-hike worries.