Biotech Deal: Johnson & Johnson will acquire Firefly Bio for $1B in cash, aiming to expand its oncology pipeline with Firelink™ degrader antibody conjugates targeting KRAS-driven tumors. AI & Finance Oversight: New Jersey regulators say this year’s investment adviser exam will scrutinize how AI is used in building portfolios and making recommendations. Cyber/Logistics Crime: Eight people were indicted for impersonating shipping companies to steal nearly $5M in goods across Pennsylvania, Virginia and New Jersey, using phishing to hack shipment details. Energy/Policy: A year-round E15 ethanol blend bill cleared the U.S. House but faces an uncertain Senate path, with votes and refinery concerns still in play. Immigration/Workforce: A federal judge struck down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee; lawmakers welcomed the ruling as a hit to healthcare and education staffing, while the White House plans to appeal. Local Governance & Tech: Hammonton postponed an AI data center public hearing, opting to review Pinelands rules first after council action to hire consultants. Business Recognition: EY named 11 New Jersey companies as regional winners for its 2026 Entrepreneur of the Year awards, advancing them toward national judging.