AI Ordering Push: Square rolled out new ChatGPT and Claude integrations so U.S. food & beverage sellers can be discovered and even place orders inside supported AI conversations, syncing menus, hours, and ordering info via the Square Dashboard. Holiday Deals & Dining: Fourth of July promos are flooding in, from Burger King’s $2.50 Whopper Jr. for Royal Perks to KFC’s $15 12-piece bucket, plus a wider spread of freebies and discounts across restaurants and grocery runs. Airport Food & Beverage: Sarasota-Bradenton International (SRQ) is refreshing concessions at its terminals, leaning on local favorites like Anna Maria Oyster Bar to better reflect the region’s dining scene for arriving travelers. Public Health Water Move: Malaysia’s Galen Centre argues free drinking water at restaurants could cut sugar intake and help reduce non-communicable disease risk. Legal/Health Litigation: A Philadelphia judge again rejected a lawsuit comparing ultra-processed foods to Big Tobacco, likely setting up an appeal. Alcohol Rules Update: Oklahoma’s “Marissa Murrow Act” takes effect, requiring separately licensed, trained bartenders at event venues serving alcohol. Spirits Premiumisation: Hennessy is targeting Kenya’s premium spirits growth, pairing sales push with bartender training and consumer education.