Customs & Border Control: CBC warns vehicle buyers that import rules tighten as 2026 ends—2018-or-older models are prohibited, 2019 models must arrive by 31 Dec 2026, and from 1 Jan 2027 any 2019-or-older vehicle will be prohibited (with non-exempt late arrivals subject to seizure). Regional Finance & Diplomacy: Cayman Premier André Ebanks and other Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders wrapped up a 2026 caucus in Bermuda, aligning on shared priorities including financial services, trade, climate impacts and cooperation ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council. Government Outreach: Ebanks is set to travel to London and Dublin to meet UK and EU stakeholders and investment funds, including speaking at the Maples Insight London Investment Funds Forum. Corporate Leadership: Dart appoints Joanne Lawson as CEO, effective immediately, with Mark VanDevelde moving to executive director and chairman roles. Crypto & Risk Transparency: Toobit released its September Proof of Reserves, showing BTC/ETH/USDT/USDC backing ratios above 100% and highlighting cold storage and security testing. Insurance & Captives: AM Best says a UK captive framework could become competitive, while broader coverage points to “explosive” captive growth driven by mega AI data centre risks. Local Policy & Cost of Living: Cayman’s permanent CI$800 duty-free allowance for travellers starts 1 Sept, replacing the temporary CI$1,000 summer allowance. Telecom Legal Fight: C3 says it will seek leave to appeal after the Court of Appeal ruled OfReg licence fees were lawful, as it continues a dispute over fees paid since 2002. Business Climate: Cayman’s record heat and drought conditions continue to be reported, adding pressure to planning for resilience and costs.