AI Infrastructure Boom in Seinajoki: Pure Data Centres Group (Pure DC) has kicked off Phase 1 of a major AI data center campus in Seinäjoki, investing over €1.5bn for a 110MW complex, with the full project potentially topping €7.5bn and exceeding 550MW once built. Defense Tech Sovereignty: Finnish firm NestAI says it will start developing battlefield AI models Europe can own and control, aiming to reduce reliance on U.S. defense AI and build adaptable systems for changing threats. Cybersecurity Alert: A joint advisory warns Russian state-linked hackers are targeting poorly secured, outdated routers worldwide, including in sectors like energy and defense—urging organizations to update devices and tighten authentication. Digital Euro Push: The ECB has selected 36 payment service providers across 19 countries for the digital euro pilot, with real-world testing ramping up toward a 2029 launch. EU Sports Funding Dispute: Nine EU countries, including Finland, are urging the European Commission to cut funding to the IOC and other bodies over the readmission of Russian and Belarusian athletes. Local Crime Probe: Police in Oulu report three people convicted over human trafficking and forced prostitution. International Ties: Indonesia is exploring defense cooperation with Finland, focusing on cybersecurity, data protection, and maritime surveillance.