SME Cybersecurity: Orange Belgium is rolling out “Cyber Protection,” a managed 24/7 service for small and medium-sized firms (up to 30 employees), aiming to tackle rising ransomware and cyber-extortion risks without needing an in-house security team. High-Street Retail Pressure: UK mayors and business groups are pushing back on new powers to curb vape and betting shops, warning that business rates are still the “real killer” for independent retailers. SME Finance & Insolvency Signals: Eurostat reports EU business bankruptcies up 5.7% in Q2 2026 while new legal entity registrations fell 0.5%, pointing to tougher operating conditions with a sector split. EU Trade Compliance for Small Firms: The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is set to reshape agricultural trade access, with micro and small enterprises facing deadlines in 2027. AI Risk for Founders: New reporting highlights how deepfakes are increasingly used to extort or damage women entrepreneurs, raising reputational and financial exposure. SME Support Funding: An EU-backed programme is opening a support window for small businesses in cocoa, timber and cassava value chains, offering technical assistance and market access help.