Regulation & Permits: Maine launched an electronic aquaculture lease application system to replace paper submissions, with other lease types rolling out later. Legal Battles: Maine’s top court denied a second appeal over a Bar Harbor mussel aquaculture lease, keeping the project’s approval in place after years of local opposition. Marine Research Capacity: Zanzibar and China launched a 14-day training push to improve marine research and data collection, aiming to protect ecosystems while supporting fisheries and aquaculture growth. Climate Pressure on Seafood: A study says climate change is the main driver of Europe’s record marine heat, adding about 2°C in the Mediterranean and disrupting food chains, coastal fisheries, and aquaculture. Biosecurity & Health: CSIRO highlighted H5 bird flu testing and strain tracking as Australia prepares for ongoing risks to livestock and aquaculture. Investment in Aquaculture Tech: Germany’s Oceanloop secured $44.5M to scale land-based giant grouper production in Europe using RAS. Antibiotic Reduction: Chilean salmon supplier Sudvet says plant-based treatments cut antibiotics and antiparasitic use on farms. Food Security: Research in Brazil argues boosting seafood and nutritionally diverse aquaculture could improve public health and reduce nutrient gaps. Funding & Support: India notified a Rs 427 crore cold-water fisheries cluster in Anantnag, while Malaysia backed tilapia production using biofloc technology.