Eurovision Boycott Escalates: More countries are refusing to air Eurovision 2026’s Grand Final on TV, adding to the growing backlash over Israel’s participation and the EBU’s handling of political interference and voting concerns. Airline Power Play: Lufthansa plans to lift its ITA Airways stake from 41% to 90%, a move that could sharpen regulatory pressure in Europe and complicate its TAP Air Portugal ambitions. AI for Regulated Banking: Backbase and Atos team up to accelerate AI-native banking across Europe, Switzerland included, combining Backbase’s banking OS with Atos’ sovereign cloud, cybersecurity and delivery muscle. Swiss Capital Markets: Amazon sold its first Swiss franc bonds in six tranches, signaling big tech’s appetite for funding AI infrastructure in Swiss debt. Health Workforce Focus: A new global report from the International Council of Nurses argues empowering nurses is key to saving lives and strengthening health systems. Swiss Research Investment: An EY study puts Switzerland third globally for research intensity, with pharma giants leading the spend. Climate Adaptation: Zürich’s long-running green-roof push is highlighted as a practical shield against heat. Rail Connectivity: Eurostar, SBB and SNCF signed a deal to explore direct London–Switzerland services via France, potentially in the 2030s.