AI + Retail Policy: China rolled out “AI plus consumption” guidelines with 17 measures to spur smarter products, services, smart retail, and AI-powered logistics, plus new AI experience hubs. Telecom Monetization: Mavenir and Red Hat launched an integrated AI platform for network operators to sell AI services using token-based consumption through existing billing systems. Prime Day Deals: Amazon set Prime Day India for July 4–6 and cut Prime membership prices to Rs 999 (annual) and Rs 599 (Prime Lite), with extra card discounts and 500+ expected new launches. Consumer Protection: UK CMA ordered Marks Electrical to refund about 40,000 customers after it pre-selected paid extras at checkout, including recycling and packaging removal. New Consumer Tech Products: Panasonic debuted a CO2 hot water heat pump range for small commercial/residential installs in Australia, touting high efficiency and cold-weather performance. Payments for Merchants: Payaza launched Shopaza, an AI store builder for African merchants that turns a single photo into listings and ties directly into Payaza payments for instant settlement. Energy Hardware: ABB unveiled its Proteus solar inverter + BESS portfolio for utility-scale projects. Luxury Travel: Candela launched the P-12 Voyager electric foiling vessel for quieter, battery-powered luxury routes.