AI Power Shift: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says the AI industry’s fear-based messaging is “fundamentally anti-human,” arguing it concentrates power instead of empowering users. EU AI Compliance: A new look at the EU AI Act’s marketing rules warns that watermarks and disclosure duties aren’t optional, and common personalization tactics could trip bans. SMB Tech & Security: MSP-focused updates highlight white-label AI voice agents and pooled SASE licensing for SMBs, while the broader theme is tighter governance as AI identities and phishing risks grow. Workforce & Pay: ADP data shows worker pay rising fastest in metros with job growth, worker shortages, and higher turnover—useful context for SMB hiring and retention. HR Risk for Small Employers: A Fair Work ruling shows how “employee vs contractor” and “small business” status can turn on real control and whether related entities are counted together. Defense Supply Chain: The Pentagon’s Secure Space Network plans mobile secure workspaces to expand classified collaboration for defense suppliers. Broadband Funding: NTIA outlines a “true-up” round to let states use leftover BEAD money for newly eligible locations. Public Market Watch: NVIDIA’s deal to acquire Hugging Face for ~$13B keeps open-model access in focus.