U.S. Navy Tech Spend: CACI won up to a $113M contract to modernize Military Sealift Command business systems, including cloud, cybersecurity and AI-enabled analytics, with work stretching up to five years. AI & Energy Policy: Sen. Mark Warner unveiled a data-center disclosure and tax accountability push as part of an AI package, aiming to force public reporting on energy, water and emissions tied to federal tax benefits. Virginia Banking Expansion: C&F Financial Corporation announced expansion into the Lynchburg market and named Ryan White as market executive, signaling continued commercial-banking growth across the Commonwealth. Pharma Leadership Move: Phlow Corp. appointed Sripathy Venkatraman as chief scientific officer, adding deep CDMO development and manufacturing experience to its U.S. supply-chain mission. Local Housing Support: Albemarle County approved an $840,000 pilot to help county employees with down payments or one-time rental assistance amid high local housing costs. Cybersecurity Market Signal: Cycurion requested a Nasdaq hearings panel review after a delisting determination tied to minimum bid price rules. Defense Training Tech: Cole Engineering Services’ TrueShot AI Stinger training system cleared factory acceptance testing and is set for early-fall fielding. Business & Community: Occasions Caterers marked 25 years as Taste of the South’s catering partner, supporting STEM and workforce development initiatives.