Cayman Public Finance: The Cayman Islands Government reported a record $252.3m surplus for the first six months of 2026, up 36% versus forecast, but warned that a big chunk has already been spent and costs may rise as vacant posts are filled and projects ramp up. Housing & Tenancies: The government has opened a public consultation on a draft Residential and Tenancies (Amendment) Bill, seeking feedback until 20 September before deciding whether to move ahead with changes aimed at tackling the housing crisis. Transport Procurement Delays: Plans for a modern national transport system are running behind schedule, with the procurement timetable for consultants pushed back due to “internal approvals” and the planned merger of transport-related bodies also delayed. Financial Crime & Scams: RCIPS Financial Crime investigators say Cayman scams are evolving fast, including spoofed Google audio/video calls, fake SMS messages impersonating banks or the Cayman Postal Service, and WhatsApp “vehicle spoofing” scams targeting imported cars. Business & Investment Ecosystem: Eightpoint Technologies says it is investing again in its Signal House offices at Cayman Enterprise City, signalling long-term commitment to the zone. Legal & Local Talent: Maples Group admitted two Caymanians, Ryann Clarke and Michael Mclaughlin Murillo, as Attorneys-at-Law, strengthening local pathways into finance and corporate work. IP for Entrepreneurs: CIIPO and CICBD launched free “Brand and Business” IP workshops for businesses, covering trade marks, licensing and growth opportunities. Corporate/Markets (Global, Cayman-linked): Cayman-registered Candle Lake has made a mandatory cash offer for Swedish Evolution AB, while Cayman-based Tingyi (Cayman Islands) Holding received fresh analyst buy-side support.