Ultra-Rich Property Push in South Africa: Standard Bank says ultra-wealthy clients have more than doubled property buying over 12 months through Sept 2025, as rate cuts in 2024 kept demand steady despite inflation pressures. Marine Decarbonisation Tech: RINA granted Baker Hughes Type Approval for its NovaLT™16 gas turbine to run on natural gas and up to 100% hydrogen for marine propulsion, announced at Posidonia. World Cup Real Estate & Security: Argentina’s £56m Kansas City base plans and Philadelphia’s push for ICE-ready watch parties highlight how major events are reshaping short-term housing, hotel demand, and public-safety planning. Tokenized Real Estate Goes Mainstream: Goldman Sachs, Apex Group and Archax launched a blockchain-native real estate fund structure using GS DAP, aiming for regulated distribution and improved transferability. Ireland Housing JV: Kennedy Wilson and APG (for ABP) are forming a €2bn platform for 3,400+ private rented homes across Dublin sites. UK Non-Resident Tax Pressure: HM Treasury is consulting on a non-resident “mansion tax” premium for high-value English homes, on top of the High Value Council Tax Surcharge. Construction Slowdown Watch: UK construction activity fell sharply in May, with housebuilding “especially subdued,” raising new concerns for housing delivery. UAE Luxury Development: WOW Resorts signed CRBC to build JW Marriott Al Marjan Island resort and residences in Ras Al Khaimah. Delhi Hotel Fire Fallout: Police say the Malviya Nagar blaze killed 12 foreigners (nine identified so far), with investigations focusing on fire clearances and evacuation barriers. South Africa Theft Warning: Police urged residents to tighten home and car security after a spike in thefts, citing CCTV and lighting as key defenses.