AI for SMBs: Zuckerberg lays out a “positive AI future,” arguing superintelligence should be widely accessible via personal AI agents that help with work, health, finances and even starting businesses—while warning about misuse, cybersecurity and surveillance risks. SMB Tech ROI: A new look at AI adoption finds growing SMBs are far more likely to actually use AI for results (not just pilots), with managers reporting major weekly time savings. Disaster Recovery Support: The CNMI SBDC and SBA ran a four-part workshop series to help local businesses apply for disaster recovery loans and build long-term resilience. Education Funding for Entrepreneurs: Northern Marianas College offers a free fall 2026 info session and up to $7,395 in Pell Grant funding for eligible students, pushing FAFSA completion to avoid registration delays. Local Business Capacity: Pittsburg State University opened a new Kelce College of Business building and a renovated Besse Hotel—boosting regional talent pipelines and downtown activity. Payments Deal: Canada’s RBC and BMO agreed to sell Moneris to Francisco Partners for about C$2B, reshaping merchant acquiring as banks retreat from processing. Data Center Governance: West Virginia unveiled a 20-year Responsible Data Center Development Plan with state oversight and stricter criteria for hyperscale projects. Housing Pressure: U.S. existing home sales fell again in July as higher mortgage rates and low inventory keep small-business sentiment elevated but constrained.