Digital Infrastructure & Data Sovereignty: Andorra Telecom CEO Jordi Nadal says the next phase of digital transformation is about who controls data, as the firm pushes standalone 5G, upgrades data centres, expands eSIM for tourists (25,000 sold), and adds cellular connectivity for Apple Watch alongside the new NODE building. Fuel Costs for Cross-Border Drivers: A fresh price check shows Andorra still undercuts nearby Spain and France on petrol and diesel, with August 3 averages around €1.50/l for petrol and €1.61/l for diesel—useful for travellers planning where to fill up before crossing the border. Sports Business & Investment: Ronaldinho has submitted an offer to take over Monaco’s basketball club with Andorran investment fund Clayton Sport, including plans to settle €2.5m in debts and provide a €5m bank guarantee, as Monaco faces financial pressure. Retail Market Moves: Deckers is shifting Ugg in Spain to direct management, ending its distribution deal with Albion 1879, after setting up a Spain subsidiary earlier this year. Climate & Risk Context: Global temperature records keep breaking, with July 2026 tied as the hottest July on record, adding pressure to resilience planning and long-term economic risk management.