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Banking Deal: Butterfield has agreed to acquire CIBC Caribbean’s controlling stake in a US$1.79b (US$1.8b) transaction, buying CIBC’s 91.7% interest for US$1.09b cash plus US$703m in Butterfield shares, with the aim of a mandatory offer to take full ownership; the deal is expected to close in the first half of 2027, subject to approvals. Digital Finance: Premier David Burt says Cabinet has approved the next phase of Bermuda’s digital finance strategy, including proposed updates to the Public Treasury Administration and Payments Act and the Public Funds Act to allow stablecoin payments and rules for holding approved digital financial instruments. Regulator Appointments: The Bermuda Monetary Authority named Mesheiah Keane as COO and Shanna Lespere’s team expanded with technology-focused leadership, signalling a push to streamline supervision and strengthen operational resilience. Local Housing Delivery: Housing Minister Zane DeSilva says more than $110m will fund 229 residential units, with break ground planned for August and an 18-month build timeline. Caricom Membership Costing: Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne told MPs Bermuda’s anticipated annual CARICOM contribution would be about $278,790, not the widely cited $2.28m maximum. Public Safety & Infrastructure: The Government plans to buy the Compass Point Building for $14.5m to cut long-term rental costs and consolidate departments. Community & Inclusion: A pilot hearing support program is now open for adults in financial need who are uninsured or underinsured, helping cover assessments and devices. Environment Funding: Applications are open for Darwin Plus environmental grants for UK Overseas Territories, including Bermuda. Business Calendar: Bermuda’s shipping schedule for the week starting May 30 was released, and Skyport invited food vendors to sign up for an October 6 Safety & Wellness Expo. Markets: The Bermuda Stock Exchange saw no shares trade on May 29; the Royal Gazette/BSX Index was unchanged for the week.

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