Public Safety & Surveillance: Government approved about $790m in new JamaicaEye contracts—$439.4m for 300 CCTV cameras in Portmore and $351.1m for islandwide maintenance—while the National Security Ministry says deployment details can’t be shared yet. AI Policy & Data Control: A Jamaican-built agentic AI platform, OpenJM, launched ahead of public consultations on Jamaica’s first AI rules, aiming to keep more data processing under local control. Tax Administration Upgrade: The $760m Christiana Tax Office officially opened, adding services like motor vehicle processing and driver’s licence support, with more modernisation planned. Insurance Claims Pressure: Insurers say they’ll fast-track Hurricane Melissa claims and target major eligible settlements by end-September, as the FSC and industry groups push for faster outcomes. Capital Markets: The Jamaica Stock Exchange set up a Micro Market as a second tier under the Junior Market, with governance and investor-protection upgrades for smaller firms. Water Security: Government is studying limited desalination in St Thomas and Clarendon but rules out a nationwide rollout due to cost and environmental impact. Business & Consumer Impact: KFC’s arrival in Morant Bay is squeezing jerk vendors’ sales, while Salada Foods reported stronger earnings on improved margins and distribution. Tourism & Events: Montego Bay Convention Centre is using Dream Weekend momentum to chase more MICE and major entertainment events, targeting a $650m revenue goal.