AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAgentic AI in R&D: Rescale says its Spring 2026 platform now brings simulation-native agents, AI physics for turning simulation data into usable models, and “compute economics” controls—aimed at cutting the manual grind between runs and speeding product development. Consumer Tech: Sharp’s new AQUOS AI TV companion turns everyday conversations into personalized suggestions, with a free tier and paid interaction packs. Payments Friction: Visa rolls out six dispute tools, including AI-assisted recovery and dispute intelligence, to reduce the cost and hassle of chargebacks. Energy & Industry: The EU backs 65 electrified industrial heat projects with ~€400m, targeting millions of tonnes of CO2 cuts over the next decade. Business Stress Watch: New Zealand insolvencies fell in Q1 2026, but remain above last year—signals easing, not recovery. Local Governance: Clallam Transit approves a community advisory committee trial to broaden rider input on transit planning.
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