Cayman Finance & Governance: The Cayman Islands Government reported a record $252.3m surplus at the halfway point of 2026, up 36% on forecast, but warned that a chunk of the windfall has already been spent and costs may rise as vacant posts are filled. Public Sector Numbers: The Gazette also published the first six months’ financials showing $856.2m total revenues and an Entire Public Sector surplus of $252.3m, driven by higher-than-budgeted financial services fees. Crypto & Compliance: Cayman-registered BitMart’s wind-down is turning into a legal fight, with founder Sheldon Xia escalating a dispute over alleged unpaid salaries and delayed withdrawals, as police action and data forensics are now on the table. Digital Assets Dealmaking: Kraken has teamed with Maple Finance on an on-chain digital asset “warehouse” facility, with Cayman and BVI counsel Carey Olsen advising. Local Crime Watch: RCIPS warned residents that scams are evolving fast, including spoofed Google calls, fake SMS messages and “vehicle spoofing” targeting imported Japanese cars. Business in the Zone: Eightpoint Technologies says it’s investing again at Cayman Enterprise City, modernising its Signal House offices as it plans to stay long term. Markets & Investment: Cayman-linked Tingyi (Cayman Islands) Holding continues to draw analyst support, with multiple firms reiterating Buy ratings and price targets. Corporate Moves: Candle Lake, a Cayman Islands-controlled investor, has launched a mandatory cash offer for remaining Evolution AB shares, setting up a Swedish takeover decision window. Workforce & Skills: Dart’s 2026 Work-X programme placed 31 Caymanian students into real projects across 13 business areas, including IT and investment research.