Maldives Mobility & Tourism Tech: The Maldives plans to deploy up to 100 electric hydrofoil boats under the Navier Network, starting with five vessels by year-end and scaling to 95 more over three years, aiming to cut emissions and improve fast, quieter island transfers with Starlink onboard. Digital Payments: PayPal’s entry into the Maldives is expected to open the door for more international payment gateways, as the government pushes its “Maldives 2.0” push to expand digital services and reduce reliance on a narrow set of sectors. Climate Mobility for Small Islands: The Maldives Vice President called for practical climate mobility support at the Berlin Climate Mobility Forum, stressing resilience investments, voluntary relocation planning, and safer pathways for communities facing sea-level pressure. Water Tech: Flocean says it has reached “first water” and is producing freshwater at full capacity from an industrial-scale subsea desalination system deployed off Norway, with partnerships including WaterConnect for the Maldives. Science & Nature (Global): A new global review confirms that at least 100 dragonfly and damselfly species migrate, with some crossing oceans—highlighting how climate and habitat shifts can reshape wildlife movement. Youth + Culture + Tech (SAARC): COVA invites youth aged 13–30 from Maldives and other SAARC countries to submit up to 5-minute videos on “Culture and Tech,” with country winners receiving cash awards and certificates.