AI Infrastructure & Water Use: Datagrid says its Southland AI factory will cut planned water use by 70% and halve backup generator needs as it prepares the Makarewa site. Cloud Modernization: AWS’ Asia chief is relocating to Tokyo, urging Japan to escape legacy mainframe systems as the government warns of a “digital cliff.” Semiconductors & Investment: Taiwan’s outbound investments jump 200% in Jan–July, led by TSMC’s overseas capex. Satellite Connectivity: Nelco partners with Elveo to bring direct-to-device and IoT satellite connectivity across India and South Asia. Ports & Trade: Kerala pledges full support to expand EXIM operations at Vizhinjam Port as full commercial cargo begins. Online Safety Rules: India tells Meta there’s no safe harbour for CSAM violations and asks for moderation sensitive to local language and culture. Security & Society: A school shooting in southern Philippines kills two students, including the suspected shooter. Regional Diplomacy: China’s Wang Yi will visit Seoul Aug. 19 for foreign ministers’ talks. Markets: KOSPI swings and closes down 1.63% amid Middle East worries and institutional selling. Climate Science: APEC climate experts meet in Dalian to tackle extreme weather risk management with AI. Indonesia Commodities: Indonesia’s planned mineral/strategic commodities exchange is set to include palm oil, nickel and coal, with rules due by Sep 17.