AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWaste-to-Energy Debate: Philippines environmental groups are pushing back on President Marcos’ plan to amend the solid waste law to allow waste-to-energy, warning that burning trash can release dioxins, furans, and toxic ash while also locking in single-use plastics. Nuclear Safety Messaging: The Philippine palace says any nuclear push would only move after full studies and IAEA-aligned safeguards, following renewed public concern. Hydrogen Research Push: Malaysia and Japan launched a Japan-Malaysia Hydrogen Hub at UKM to accelerate hydrogen and fuel-cell research, training, and industry links. Energy Transition Funding: Malaysia’s PM Anwar says ASEAN needs major, sustained capital for solar, grid upgrades, and battery storage—beyond what governments can fund alone. AI in Healthcare: MUSC Health expanded SoundHound’s “Emily” AI agent to retail and specialty pharmacies, topping 2.2 million patient calls. Industrial Automation Earnings: Fortive raised its 2026 profit outlook as demand for industrial automation stays resilient. Semiconductor Jitters: Micron shares slid amid fears of a new Chinese memory rival after a major IPO. Cybersecurity for Defense: Ocean Power Technologies achieved CMMC Level 2 compliance to support U.S. defense contracts. Mobile AI Security: Novee expanded its AI penetration testing platform to continuously test mobile apps. Clean Tech Hardware: Quectel launched open-source single-board computers for industrial edge computing, and MeiG introduced an Android 16 smart module for IoT endpoints.
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