Home Air Care: Levoit launched the Vital Pet Pro Smart Air Purifier in Malaysia, adding Auto-Clean Technology to cut pre-filter upkeep plus PM2.5 and TVOC sensing, with VeSync app controls and pet-safety features. Defense Manufacturing: Ukraine will invest about $23M via its Brave1 program to expand domestic explosives production, backing six companies to scale TNT/RDX/PETN and C4 analogues for ammunition and bombs. Quick-Service Branding: KFC hard-launched a new logo in the UK/US market, replacing the Colonel with a blank bucket and three red “KFC” stripes—sparking immediate backlash. F&B Expansion: Loungers is debuting its new Germany brand, Southville, opening in Essen in October with a more reservation-and-table-service focused take on its Lounge concept. EV Tech & Charging Software: Amap (Alibaba affiliate) rolled out “Shensuan Agent” for EV charging operators, aiming to standardize decisions on station siting, pricing, and capacity using spatial intelligence and travel data. Consumer Tech: DJI launched the Mic Mini 2S in China, boosting transmitter storage to 14.5GB and adding 32-bit float internal recording for pro-focused audio reliability. Food & Drink Innovation: Tequila Cazadores added Cazadores Pineapple Infused Tequila to its 100% agave lineup, marking its first infused expression. Retail Own-Brand: BWG Foods launched Market Square Select, an Ireland-only own-brand range co-developed with Irish producers for MACE and LONDIS stores.