AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRegulatory Push for Alternatives to Animal Testing: The US FDA issued a direct final rule updating drug and biologics regulations to clarify when non-animal methods can be used in safety testing, replacing “animal tests/studies” with “nonclinical tests/studies.” AI and Bias Under Scrutiny: New research questions whether the Implicit Association Test is being misread as a direct measure of unconscious bias, raising stakes for workplace diversity programs that rely on it. Small-Business Credit Pressure: Zimbabwe’s central bank urged banks to pass on cheaper Targeted Finance Facility funding to SMEs instead of charging the full permitted rate. Trade & Halal Growth: Malaysia’s MIHAS is set to draw 50,000 visitors across 45 countries with an AI system offering personalized matchmaking and exhibition navigation. Local Business Resilience: Bishop Auckland businesses and residents are pushing for more police visibility and CCTV after vandalism and theft concerns. AI Finance Bets: SoftBank is reportedly seeking over US$11bn in junk bond funding to support its OpenAI follow-on investment. Food Sector Expansion: Global Food Week 2026 will debut a combined B2B and consumer model to help SMEs test and launch new products.
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