Cybersecurity & Industry Risk: Sophos’ latest ransomware report says 79% of attacks start with compromised identities, while malicious email and phishing lead initial access—an urgent signal for Colombian manufacturers and logistics firms tightening access controls. Public Safety & Enforcement: New reports say ICE ordered most traffic stops to pause after fatal shootings, including a Colombian man killed in Maine; the agency also faces renewed scrutiny over body cameras and enforcement tactics. Agribusiness & Exports: A Colombian-linked cocoa study highlights bacteria that can reduce cadmium uptake in cocoa plants, aiming to help producers meet WHO-linked market rules. Mining & Fertilizers: Aguia Resources booked $2.3M in phosphate sales in Brazil after commissioning its Três Estradas plant, with early deliveries to major soybean and cattle operators. Energy & Policy: Colombia’s incoming vice president-elect Jose Manuel Restrepo signals a push to free up the economy and strengthen U.S. relations as the new administration prepares to take over. Infrastructure & Trade: Valenciaport trained 33 port professionals from across Latin America, including Colombia, on modern port management—supporting smoother regional logistics. Aviation & Tourism: Wingo launched year-round Barranquilla–Aruba flights, adding nonstop connectivity for Colombia’s Caribbean travel market. Housing: DANE data shows Colombia’s housing deficit fell to 25.6% in 2025, with both quantitative and qualitative gaps improving.