Serbia’s Microchip Push: Caretaker PM Djuro Macut says Serbia has the know-how to design microchips, pointing to 1,000+ local engineers and a new integrated-circuit working group aimed at turning expertise into products and IP. EU Single Market Roadmap: A draft EU plan would give candidate countries “gradual integration” into the single market and research access before full membership, but only if they align politically and block transfers of key technologies like semiconductors, AI, biotech and space tech. Smart Agriculture Meets Investment: EatFruit is pitching Serbian orchards as a transparent, tech-enabled investment model, using AI, drones and precision farming to attract international capital. Batteries for Europe’s EV Supply: Volkswagen and Gotion broke ground on a 60GWh LFP battery gigafactory in Spain, targeting cost-stable mass-market EV production. Connected Cities: A new focus on 5G-backed city infrastructure highlights how Serbia-style smart development may move beyond pilots toward interoperable transport, energy and safety systems. Clinical Trial Update: Satellos says enrollment is complete for BASECAMP, a Phase 2 trial of forazapadin for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Oman Contract for Serbian Engineering: Energoprojekt ENTEL won a consultancy contract for three Oman gas power plants, supporting development and tendering. Academic Support for Student List: Serbia’s academic community backs student-led demands for a fairer, freer Serbia, citing institutional accountability after the Novi Sad station canopy tragedy.