Food Safety Crackdown: Karnataka authorities sealed a KFC outlet in Mangaluru after a customer complained of stale, foul-smelling chicken; officials inspected storage and samples were sent for lab testing, with wider statewide checks underway. Retail Expansion: Lidl has started building a new Braunton store, set to open next spring and create 40 jobs, with parking, EV chargers, an in-store bakery, and solar panels. EV Reality Check: A consumer-focused piece warns that EV savings can take far longer than expected, citing long-term cost comparisons that may require many years to offset higher upfront prices. Privacy & Surveillance: Flock Safety launched “Have I Been Flocked?” letting drivers check whether their license plate was searched in its network, as the company rolls out new privacy and accountability steps. Consumer Finance Policy: A proposed U.S. open-banking rule could let banks charge new fees to access consumer data, drawing criticism from consumer advocates. Energy Transition in Nigeria: Coverage highlights Nigeria’s push for more renewables and mini-grids to close the electricity gap, backed by large investment plans and programs aimed at millions of new connections. Crypto Security: SafePal disclosed a breach affecting 39,798 customers’ order info, urging users to treat wallets as compromised if they shared seed phrases or private keys.