AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAI Tools & Buying: ProviderScout.ai launched an AI provider discovery platform with profiles, category research and an AI assistant to help businesses compare vendors across 35 categories. Cash vs Profit: CPAs warn many firms look profitable but are cash-poor, with “visibility” gaps and cash timing issues threatening hiring and growth. Small Business Pressure: A survey and local experts point to higher borrowing costs, rising expenses and tighter lending as small-business optimism slips. Cyber Clarity: Security leaders are cautious about “agentic AI” because fragmented vendor ecosystems can’t deliver real outcomes. Public Sector AI: Global AI Cities 2026 showcased how cities are using AI to improve services while building trust and responsible use. Healthcare Innovation: FloPatch won a top sepsis innovation award for bedside fluid responsiveness assessment. Energy & Reliability: Nevada County businesses report losses from surprise power outages and inconsistent outage alerts. Global Trade & Diplomacy: Russia hosts Russia-ASEAN talks aimed at boosting trade and investment ties. Oil Leadership: Shell names Elohor Aiboni as Nigeria country chair, a first for a Nigerian woman in the combined Africa role.
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