Cyber Safety Policy: President Mohamed Muizzu says the Maldives will ban children under 16 from accessing certain social media platforms, targeting cyberbullying and online grooming, with a regulatory framework planned within a year after consultations. Connectivity & Telecom: Dhiraagu was named “Telco of the Year – Small Markets” at the Twimbit Telecom Awards 2026, citing network excellence and nationwide mobile and fibre coverage across inhabited islands. Renewable Energy: AirPlus Renewables’ “EDGEWIND Tech” XEVA turbine is set for deployments including the Maldives, aiming to generate power closer to where it’s used for sites like hospitals, data centres and coastal buildings. Tourism Tech & Engineering: Visit Maldives endorsed TechEng 2026 (6–8 Oct, Hulhumalé), a B2B exhibition focused on energy, water, digital infrastructure and smart, sustainable engineering for hospitality. Digital Payments: Commercial Bank of Ceylon rolled out 3DS 2.x authentication for UnionPay e-commerce transactions, strengthening secure online payments. Underwater Safety: Reports continue to highlight risks in Maldives cave diving after Italian divers’ deaths and a fatal rescue incident, renewing calls for stricter safety and training.