AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBig Tech Accountability: Meta agreed to a landmark $18B child-safety settlement with 29 U.S. states, requiring major Instagram/Facebook changes tied to age-verification tech that still struggles to work well. AI Governance & Costs: Info-Tech Research Group warns agentic AI contracts can trigger runaway spending, pushing firms to add financial guardrails before signing. Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure: The FBI expanded its probe into cyberattacks on U.S. water systems after a tech supplier breach in Kansas. Privacy vs Surveillance: Pittsburg, Kansas rejected WiseSight parking cameras amid AI and access concerns, even as debate continues over other local camera use. Enterprise Connectivity: Vodafone Business teamed with Tech Mahindra to drive UK digital transformation using AI, private 5G, IoT, cloud, and managed services. STEM Investment: The U.S. NSF will fund three new Science and Technology Centers with $90M to boost research and the STEM workforce. Tech in Finance: Grainger bought Adroit Worldwide Media’s tech/IP/talent for $210M to strengthen inventory management. Global Policy & Tech: APEC ministers in Hangzhou urged AI-backed innovation to strengthen Asia-Pacific food supply chains.
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