EU–Montenegro Integration: The EU’s enlargement push is getting more concrete: for the first time in 17 years, a working group is drafting Montenegro’s accession treaty, and the upcoming EU–Western Balkans summit in Montenegro (5–6 June) is framed as a test of EU credibility. Regional Security & Transport Tech: The US is spotlighting Corridor 8 (Adriatic–Black Sea transport and energy) as a strategic priority in its new Western Balkans approach, shifting from “state-building” toward stability and partnerships. Tourism Tech & Branding: The European Travel Commission re-elected Miguel Sanz as President and named Arnar Már Ólafsson Vice-President at ETC General Meeting #111 in Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, while welcoming Booking.com, Skyscanner, GetYourGuide and Feratel as associate members. Airport Operations: ACI Europe warns that border-control waiting times at European airports can reach up to 3.5 hours at peak periods, citing staffing shortages and worsening congestion despite partial EES suspension. Cyber & Identity Infrastructure: Didit raised an extra $6M seed round to expand its identity and fraud prevention platform, aiming for a reusable “identity wallet” model. Nuclear Research Spotlight: Slovenia marked TRIGA’s 60th anniversary, highlighting the reactor’s role in nuclear safety, education, and research capabilities. Local Tech Culture: Beldocs Industry Days in Belgrade awarded Montenegrin project “Silence of the Classroom” at the pitching forum, boosting regional documentary and XR talent.