Oman Innovation & Inclusion: An Omani innovator has developed “Sensory Colours,” turning colour into a multi-sensory experience with textures, scents and environmental cues to help blind and visually impaired people learn and create more independently. AI for Education: ASUS, with Intel, has opened an AI Lab at Oman’s Directorate-General of Education in Al Dhahirah (Ibri), equipping classrooms with AI-ready devices to support students, educators and research aligned with Oman Vision 2040. Digital Skills & Omanization: Introduct Group signed an MoC with MTCIT to train 60 IT graduates through hands-on, industry-led programmes aimed at boosting employability and localization in Oman’s tech sector. Youth & Community Programs: Kiddy Time has opened at Awqad Public Park in Salalah as part of Khareef Dhofar, adding a structured children’s and family learning-and-play zone. Research & Culture: Oman’s Research and Innovation Authority approved funding for eight collaborative projects under the Sultan Qaboos Academic Chairs programme, strengthening international research partnerships. UN AI Governance: Oman joined the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, with its delegation led by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. Sports Spotlight: Oman’s U18 women’s basketball team has entered final preparations for its first-ever FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup appearance in Thailand.