Climate-Tech Incentives: Massachusetts handed out $27 million in tax credits to climate-tech firms, including Reframe Systems’ $800,000 boost for a Billerica factory—another sign the state is leaning hard into decarbonization plus jobs. Energy & Industry: A Canada-U.S. trade fight is complicating Manitoba Hydro’s plan to buy Massachusetts-based GE Vernova gas turbines for a major expansion, highlighting how cross-border policy can ripple into equipment supply. Healthcare & Medtech: Boston-based Elucid raised $55M to expand AI cardiovascular diagnostics, aiming to grow commercial use of its FDA-cleared Plaque-IQ platform. Public Health & Safety: Massachusetts appointed its first-ever chief heat officer, funded for at least two years, as heat risk rises and ER visits from heat stress remain a concern. Immigration Tech: ICE is reportedly preparing to spend up to $2M on Boston Dynamics robot dogs for immigration raids, renewing debate over how surveillance tech gets used. Housing & Building Standards: Phius says passive-building certifications for multifamily surged in 2025, with Massachusetts’ stretch code helping drive demand. Consumer Costs: A Massachusetts resident-facing story on higher gadget prices points to broader supply pressures tied to AI-driven demand. Data Centers: Rhode Island PIRG is calling for a two-year pause on large data centers, adding to the regional fight over power, costs, and where the infrastructure goes. Food & Recalls: Tofu recall coverage and other food-safety alerts keep showing up as manufacturers face inspection and labeling problems.