Identity & Fraud Tech: Didit raised an extra $6M (total $7.5M) to expand its identity verification and fraud prevention platform, serving governments and financial firms via a single API covering KYC/KYB, biometrics, AML and real-time monitoring. EU Accession & Policy: A new report frames Montenegro as a “frontrunner” toward EU membership, with Podgorica pushing “28 by 28” and aiming to close negotiating chapters by year-end and finish ratification in 2027–2028. Retail & Logistics Expansion: Trussardi plans 10 new retail openings, including a store in Podgorica, as it tightens a more selective, international network. Regional Trade & Transport: The US flags Corridor 8 (Adriatic–Black Sea link) as a strategic priority, while also shifting toward “mutually beneficial partnerships” and stability over state-building. Supply Chain in the Region: BALFIN and Jumbo extend their partnership, adding Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan, with a China-based logistics hub and expanded supply-chain control. Montenegro in Culture: The documentary “Sunset” premiered at Beldocs, filmed at Montenegro’s Igalo physical therapy institute, spotlighting the coast’s healthcare setting. Aviation & Mobility: Sky Mobile UK doubles roaming destinations to 120 for £2/day, and Routes 360 highlights new direct air links and airport growth across the region.