Canary Islands Tax Relief: From 1 July 2026, the REPEP simplified IGIC scheme will raise the annual turnover cap for self-employed workers from €30,000 to €50,000, letting thousands more freelancers qualify (but they still can’t reclaim IGIC on expenses). Hospitality Tech for SMEs: Shiji launched its 2026 Hotel Distribution Technology Chart in Barcelona, mapping how hotels are shifting from classic OTAs toward AI discovery, map/local visibility, and “bookable everywhere” direct booking—useful for operators planning tech spend. EU Competition Watch: The European Commission ordered Meta to give rival AI chatbots free access to WhatsApp while it continues an antitrust probe—an important signal for any Spanish SMBs relying on messaging-based customer journeys. Renewables Deal in Spain: Mitsubishi HC Capital and Brookfield formed a JV to buy and run ~570MW of contracted renewable assets across Europe, including Spain, with a focus on stabilized cash flows and future battery storage acquisitions. Accessibility at Stadiums: Telefónica and Atlético de Madrid are rolling out Navilens QR smart signage at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano to improve inclusion, including long-range audio access in 41 languages. MWC Barcelona Impact: MWC 2026 delivered €588m economic impact for Barcelona and 14,000+ temporary jobs, with a big share of visitors from the 4YFN startup ecosystem.