AI Data Centers & Power/Cooling: Schneider Electric is teaming with Foxconn to define and scale next-gen AI data centers, combining Foxconn’s AI rack and compute know-how with Schneider’s energy and cooling systems; production starts later this year. Semiconductor Investment: Malaysia’s PM says AT&S will invest up to €2bn to expand its Kulim, Kedah chip operations, aiming to deepen the local semiconductor ecosystem and create high-skilled jobs. Renewables Supply Chain: India launched the WT-MARUT wind turbine supply-chain portal to boost domestic sourcing, transparency and export readiness as the country pushes toward 155 GW wind by 2035. Solar Manufacturing Push: Navitas Solar plans ~INR 1,500 crore for integrated solar cell manufacturing in Gujarat, including a 3.6 GW facility plus pilot wafer/ingot lines. EV Momentum: A report says EVs are outpacing expectations, with 63% of new car sales electric by May 2026, led by China and Europe. Pharma Regulation: India amended rules so syrup-based medicines, including cough syrups, require a doctor’s prescription, tightening oversight after safety concerns. Industrial Tech for the Shopfloor: Pepperl+Fuchs introduced rugged Tab-IND tablets for intralogistics and manufacturing, built to MIL-STD-810H with Windows/Android options. Consumer/Quality Watch: Japan’s FTC began on-site inspections of six ice cream makers over suspected price cartel activity. Safety Incident: A B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed all eight aboard during a test mission.