EU Referendum & Disinformation: Iceland’s foreign minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir warns of a “Brexit moment” ahead of a vote on whether to restart EU accession talks, accusing rivals of misinformation tactics and warning about foreign interference and AI-fuelled manipulation. Arctic Security & Greenland Shock: The same debate is being reshaped by Arctic tensions and US President Donald Trump’s Greenland threats, pushing more voters to rethink Iceland’s long-standing stance. Telecom Restructure: Siminn will reorganise from 1 July, renaming the parent company Asar and shifting its telecom and media business into Siminn Rekstur to support growth. Business Tech Deal: Advania has acquired Evolv Robotics, an Icelandic automation firm, to expand AI-powered business automation capabilities. Transport & Tourism Moves: Icelandair launches direct Reykjavik–Venice flights (three weekly until Oct 18) and Iceland and Moldova sign an air services agreement for direct flights. Reykjavík Harbour Politics: A ferris wheel is set to return to Miðbakki for a third summer as Reykjavík council approves talks, despite objections. Labour & Aviation: Eimskip seafarers begin a strike affecting three ships, while Icelandair pilot talks with the state mediator continue with no clear end in sight. Health & Culture: Icelandic midwives seek greater gender diversity, and Jónsi’s Fischersund will stage Iceland’s first “scent concert” in June.