Disaster Finance: Bank of Guam expanded recovery support with a Disaster Relief Loan Program for eligible Guam and CNMI residents rebuilding after two super typhoons, offering up to $20,000 unsecured loans for as long as 60 months at a fixed 5.00% APR, with applications open July 8–Sept. 4, plus a refinance option for customers who stayed current on prior typhoon forbearance. Power Reliability: Guam Power Authority reported the new Ukudu power plant saw about three hours of load shedding over the past week, tied to a steam turbine generator going offline for repairs after Super Typhoon Bavi and a turning gear issue, with parts already on island and a restart expected soon. Cannabis Licensing: Guam’s Cannabis Control Board conditionally approved ECPZ Farms’ third cannabis establishment license, pending a Department of Land Management clearance, after verifying the site and confirming only that item remained before further permits and inspections. Tech & Cybersecurity: The Guam Tech Conference spotlighted how cybersecurity, AI, and infrastructure are converging, urging businesses to treat them as one risk system as threats increasingly target supply chains. Northern Marianas Update: CUC said new restoration materials arrived July 22 to speed power repairs across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota, though some customers remain without service. Court Calendar: A federal PUA fraud trial for seven defendants was pushed again to April 14, 2027, after new discovery expanded the document stack. Tourism & Workforce: SKÅL International Guam awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a Dusit Beach Resort Guam employee pursuing a tourism degree at GCC, backing efforts to strengthen the visitor industry workforce.