Digital Sandbox KC welcomes five new startups to its program, offering up to $20,000 in project funding and support to accelerate innovative projects like Advoteck's technology protecting individuals from cybercrime. House Republicans propose budget cuts to the FTC, alarming Chair Lina Khan and commissioners who stress the need for adequate resources to pursue the agency's pro-consumer agenda and address challenges posed by AI and data privacy. The Zubair EDC hosts a dialogue session on startup investments, featuring industry experts sharing insights and success stories to aid entrepreneurs in securing appropriate investments and fostering entrepreneurship in the Sultanate. NYC startups like Qloo and Tough Leaf secure significant funding rounds to further develop AI-powered platforms for customer insights and construction industry supplier matching.