EV Supply Chain in Slovakia: Hyundai Mobis has started operations at its new PE System plant in Novaky (Trenčín region), building electrified drive units (motor, inverter, reducer) with capacity for 280,000 systems a year. Auto Industry Reshuffle: Volkswagen reportedly approved plans to end car production at four German plants (Emden, Zwickau, Hanover, Neckarsulm), with possible shifts toward lower-cost sites including Slovakia. Space Safety Update: ESA’s Cluster mission reentries (Samba and Tango) are being used to refine satellite reentry risk calculations after earlier data suggested up to a 20% atmospheric density mismatch. Defense Tech in Europe: Germany says it has evidence linking Russia to an explosive drone attack at Leipzig/Halle and moves to tighten diplomatic and entry measures. AI Infrastructure in Košice: Caprelion is advancing a planned ~2.5 MW high-density AI deployment in Košice, targeting readiness in the second half of 2027. EU GMO Legal Fight: Slovakia will sue the European Commission over deregulation of new GMOs, arguing there’s no evidence the changes are safe. Broadcast LED Built in Prešov: Leyard Europe will showcase broadcast-focused LED display tech at IBC 2026, with DirectLight Pro Series video walls manufactured in Slovakia.