AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAI in healthcare: Kinney Drugs rolled out an AI assistant for prescription refills, but Vermont customers report garbled calls, wrong or unclear medication requests, and privacy worries. Public safety tech: Rhode Island is expanding license plate readers with 39 new Flock units, joining a fast-growing camera network with little state law oversight on retention or searches. Cybersecurity: SM Energy disclosed a breach exposing sensitive personal data, including Social Security and tax IDs, with class-action review reportedly underway. Data centers and local fights: A huge proposed data center on a former golf course in California sparked backlash over transparency and community impact—another reminder of how tech infrastructure collides with local planning. Vermont research: UVM Cancer Center researchers won an NIH R01 to study DNA damage pathways behind melanoma, aiming for better prevention strategies. Food & health science: A Vermont-led study finds milk’s nutrient profile varies by label and season, including differences in omega-3 levels. Workforce & training: A new Vermont high school program puts students on a UVM research vessel to study Lake Champlain rotifers, giving hands-on science experience.
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