AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRegulatory Pressure on Big Tech: South Dakota’s AG says Meta will pay a record $52.6m over claims its social media harmed children, with lawmakers deciding how to use the money. Consumer Protection Laws: Delaware signed new energy bills forcing data centers to cover more grid upgrade costs, aiming to stop residents and small businesses from subsidizing big users. Amazon Under Fire: Texas AG Ken Paxton joined the FTC and 22 states suing Amazon over alleged hidden ad-auction pricing surcharges that overcharged small and medium businesses. Energy & Markets: Stocks slipped as oil jumped again amid renewed US-Iran tensions; global air travel demand rose just 0.2% in July, but North America and the Middle East lagged. Oil Supply Reality Check: An energy expert warns Venezuela’s massive 65bn-barrel oil deal won’t fix supply quickly, despite prospective US participation. Retail & Local Growth: Asianfresh Food Market is expanding from Chinatown to Cherry Hill with a Sept. 12 opening, while local markets and expos keep drawing shoppers and supporting small vendors.
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