Antitrust & Tech Costs (Italy): Italy’s regulator has opened a probe into Microsoft over alleged higher pricing for Microsoft 365 after Copilot-related changes, adding pressure on subscription pricing in consumer software. Consumer Safety (Food): Lidl issued an urgent recall warning for a popular product after reports of metal contamination. Energy & Home Charging: E.ON launched “BDL Next” to bring bidirectional EV charging to the mass market, with pilots aimed at integrating cars into home energy systems. Retail & Packaging (Italy-linked): Propak highlighted a new recyclable onion bag concept developed with an Italy-based partner, targeting simpler single-material recycling. Agriculture Innovation: IIT Ropar, Syngenta and Google launched HACK CORE 2026 to spur AI tools for crop health, pest management and climate-resilient farming. Industry Event (Italy): EIMA in Bologna is set for a record edition, with organizers touting 60,000+ machinery models and a bigger footprint. Luxury Hospitality (Italy): Ingenia Direct’s founder outlined an “orchestration” vision for luxury growth, tying AI and brand experience to hospitality operations.