Crypto & Trading Markets: BitMEX has shut down after 11 years and is now charging verified users $50/month (or 1% of assets annually) for balances left behind, while withdrawals remain open. Seychelles Finance & Regulation: Baazex, a Seychelles-licensed broker (FSA SD134), is expanding into Asian markets with a “simple and transparent” online forex model and access to 1,000+ instruments. Tourism & Mobility: At the WION Iconic Tourism Summit, Seychelles’ High Commissioner highlighted how easier visas and better air links can boost tourism, business and education ties. Seychelles UN Diplomacy: President Patrick Herminie told the UN General Assembly that Africa should get at least two permanent Security Council seats with veto power, citing maritime security, illegal fishing and climate risks. Ocean Governance: The High Seas Treaty/BBNJ entered into force, but the real test now is funding, institutions and enforcement to protect biodiversity beyond national waters. Seychelles Tourism Board: STB strengthened trade links at GlobeMeets in Istanbul, booking 65 B2B meetings and pushing island-hopping and FAM trips for 2027 planning. Blue Economy Finance: India’s proposed maiden blue bond under Sagarmala aims to fund maritime projects and deepen ocean-economy financing. Local Environment Capacity: SPGA completed a week-long Ridge to Reef programme training staff to monitor mangroves, reefs and seagrass corridors. Air Services Treaties: Australia’s JSCOT opened inquiries into air services agreements that would elevate existing routes with Oman and Seychelles; submissions close 29 September.