AI Infrastructure & Local Politics: Marietta leaders tabled a proposed data center rezoning on Powers Ferry Place after heavy public protests, while also approving a temporary moratorium on new data center zoning applications through Dec. 31. Metro Tech & Work: Atlanta rideshare drivers plan to rally after reports that AI and autonomous vehicles are cutting earnings in half, with drivers blaming algorithm-driven pay changes and unregulated data center growth. Public Health Tech: RapidSOS, now used by metro Atlanta 911 centers, is helping dispatchers get faster, more precise caller location and even live video to guide care like hands-only CPR. Cybersecurity: Georgia Eye Institute says it’s investigating “unusual activity” on its network after isolating impacted systems; separately, the GBI arrested five former Albany officers for alleged misuse of Flock license plate reader data. Elections & Trust: Georgia’s State Election Board adopted new rules aimed at boosting confidence in the state’s election system, drawing warnings of constitutional overreach. Healthcare Marketing Data: HealthLink Dimensions added Diaceutics lab data to help pharma teams build more clinically relevant HCP audiences. STEM & Workforce: Solon High School’s Excel TECC students placed top 10 nationally at SkillsUSA in Atlanta. Biotech & Food: UGA researchers report proteins extracted from discarded marigold flowers show strong heat stability, pointing to a potential sustainable food ingredient. Aviation & Drones: Pyrrhus Aeronautics unveiled a rifle-mounted, joystick-free drone control system for soldiers. Health Alerts: A parasite causing explosive diarrhea (cyclosporiasis) is spreading across 18 states, including Georgia.