Retail Tech Expansion (ASEAN): Malaysia’s RNG Tech Bhd plans to deploy 800+ self-service “Rest N Go” massage chairs this year—360 in Malaysia and 450 across Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia and Brunei—targeting high-traffic spots like malls, transport hubs and airports after its ACE Market listing. AI for Small Businesses (India): Jio Haptik launched “SOLO” to give solopreneurs and small firms an AI-driven marketing, sales and customer support team, aiming to reach 2 million+ businesses over three years. Premium Consumer Imports (India): India’s tariff changes are set to make imported Scotch whisky cheaper, but analysts warn retail prices won’t fall dollar-for-dollar due to state excise, VAT, margins and logistics; benefits vary by state and bottled-in-origin Scotch may gain most. Payments & Platform Commerce (India): Apple has resumed card payments for Apple Account purchases in India after a four-year pause, rolling out eligible Visa/Mastercard support for subscriptions and App Store buying. Retail & Brand Growth (India): Lululemon will open its first India store in New Delhi via Tata CLiQ, expanding omnichannel presence for premium performance activewear. Consumer Tech & Robotics (China): China expects humanoid robot output to top 100,000 units this year as AI adoption among large industrial firms passes 30%. Cooling Demand (Europe): With heatwaves easing but returning, European buyers are still scrambling for air conditioners, and Chinese suppliers report surging orders driven by price and energy-efficiency compliance.