Crypto Policy: The Senate failed to advance the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, falling short of the 60-vote threshold and effectively freezing comprehensive federal crypto rules; Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren warned the bill posed “massive risks” tied to ethics, banking, and national security. Energy & Environment: The EPA moved to repeal greenhouse-gas limits for fossil-fuel power plants, a major deregulatory shift that could reshape how utilities plan for carbon controls. Healthcare Innovation: Tufts Medicine won a $44M NIH grant to test earlier advance care planning using social workers and nurses with video tools in 25 languages, while Shields Health Solutions rolled out an AI-boosted specialty pharmacy care model. Life Sciences Research: Dana-Farber researchers reported pirtobrutinib plus venetoclax and rituximab improved outcomes for previously treated CLL in a phase 3 trial. Food Safety: FDA announced a Whole Foods Cabricharme cheese recall in seven states, including Massachusetts, due to an undeclared egg allergen. Construction & Operations: CM&B (Beverly) named an executive management team to oversee daily operations and project delivery. Tech & Privacy: A new app aims to detect Meta smart-glasses by scanning Bluetooth signals, targeting misuse of hidden-camera eyewear. Marine Fisheries: Massachusetts launched “Flat is Back” to boost flounder consumption and diversify seafood demand. Local Industry/Logistics: Rail grain fuel surcharges jumped sharply, adding pressure to food costs as diesel prices rise.