Sarajevo Canton Public Safety Upgrade: Sarajevo Canton Police unveiled its first helicopter and a dedicated helicopter unit on Mount Igman, with a Bell 412 EPX and a small trained crew to support security, medical transport, firefighting and rescue. Election Tech & Integrity: The Acting High Representative visited BiH’s Central Election Commission in Sarajevo, where preparations for the 2026 General Elections include new election technologies, voter information efforts, and steps aimed at strengthening trust and electoral integrity. Digital Transformation in the Western Balkans: A new policy-focused piece argues the private sector is key to accelerating ICT-led growth across the region, building on “pockets of excellence” while closing the wider gap in turning tech into business value. Energy & Industry Signals: ArcelorMittal reported its 2Q 2026 results, highlighting improved margins and cash generation, while Trinasolar announced solar module supply for Australia’s first green hydrogen and ammonia facility. Infrastructure Reliability: Croatia’s Pelješac Bridge repair plans move forward after cracks were found in the protective concrete layer on pylons, with work scheduled to start after the tourist season. Social Services in FBiH: Bosnia’s Federation introduced a 24/7 SOS telephone line for victims of domestic violence and violence against women, with trained professionals and detailed crisis-handling rules. Sports Integrity Watch: A monitoring group flagged irregularities in World Cup betting, including markets tied to Polymarket, raising fresh questions about online gambling risks.