AI & Cybersecurity in Nevada: Okta used Oktane in Las Vegas to roll out runtime enforcement and a broader kill switch for AI agents, and helped launch the Blueprint Alliance with AWS, CrowdStrike and others to standardize secure agent governance. Geothermal Push: Fervo Energy won about $20M in U.S. Department of Energy awards to expand next-gen enhanced geothermal in Idaho and Nevada, including a Humboldt County appraisal and work tied to its Nevada grid pilot. Gaming Payments: BurraPay and Walker Digital Table Systems announced integration of compliant crypto-funded casino wagers into WDTS’s Perfect Pay platform, targeting regulated table operations. Mining Watch: Nevada’s mining tax take jumped in 2025 as gold prices surged, but 2026 looks less favorable as prices cool. Local Business & Education: Carson City schools reported enrollment down versus budget, adding pressure to scrutinize per-pupil spending. Workforce & Policy: Nevada’s data-center tax breaks face new limits under Gov. Lombardo’s executive order, while a separate push targets how AI is regulated ahead of 2028. Finance & Insurance: AM Best affirmed MICA’s strong ratings, and Rainmaker Worldwide named Kelly White as board treasurer and key finance officer.