Student Loan Stress in Florida and Beyond: An AP analysis says 9.5 million Americans are now in federal student loan default—about 1 in 5 borrowers—after payments resumed post-pandemic, with default triggered after nine months behind and consequences that can hit credit, wages, and even Social Security. Space and Equity Payoffs: Blue Origin’s new stock incentive plan is raising alarms among employees after a clause tied to leaving for a competitor within 18 months, contrasting with SpaceX’s IPO wealth splash. Florida Insurance Leadership Shakeup: Tampa-based Florida Insurance and Reinsurance Co. (Florida Re) says CEO Alvaro Ortiz has resigned, with regulators and industry watchers pointing to the company’s early-stage growth and Florida condo market pressures. Real Estate Dealflow: JLL Capital Markets helped sell Lakeland Commerce Center Buildings 100-300 for $67.7 million, a 557,100-square-foot industrial portfolio as Polk’s industrial absorption stays strong. Cyber Risk Watch: New research finds ransomware victims increasingly pay, while the median ransom demand is rising—raising pressure on Florida businesses to harden defenses. Hurricane Prep: Tropical Depression Two has formed in the Gulf and a storm watch is out for Florida’s panhandle, keeping local resilience and business continuity planning front and center.