EU Media Funding: EFJ analysis of the EU’s 2028–2032 talks says EU journalism money is skewed toward big players, with local and community media getting far less support than commercial broadcasters. Tech Funding Pulse: Europe saw 70+ tech funding deals worth €3.9B, led by cloud, with the UK, Sweden and Germany taking top spots. Black Sea Tech: Varna hosts CONNEXUS 2026 (Oct 5–7), a forum spanning AI/IoT/robotics/cybersecurity plus marine tech, biotech and smart agriculture. Energy Buildout: Rezolv energised the 192MW first phase of its VIFOR wind farm in Romania; a second phase is under way to reach ~461MW. Industrial Software M&A: Schneider Electric is in advanced talks to buy US software firm PTC for nearly $20B, a major bet on industrial software as AI reshapes demand. AI Safety Diplomacy: Masayoshi Son warns superintelligence in the wrong hands is “super dangerous,” backing international cooperation; Bulgaria is among countries endorsing the Kyoto Vision for a Golden Age of Science. Bulgaria Nuclear Priority: Energy Minister Iva Petrova flags Kozloduy Units 7 and 8 as key for nuclear expansion and modernization. Education & Skills: World Teachers’ Day is marked in Bulgaria; teacher shortages and system pressure remain a concern. Local Tech/Defense: Deputy PM Poulev sets a 30-month target for a Rheinmetall plant in Bulgaria with full technology transfer. Drones: South Korean Choi Wonkyun wins the World Drone Championship at TEKNOFEST Southeast; Bulgaria’s Dimo Shterev takes bronze.