AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI in Biotech: Stanford and the Arc Institute say an AI model (Evo) helped design nearly 300 bacteriophage genomes, with 16 viable versions that can’t infect humans or animals—raising big hopes for safer “artificial life” research. Big Tech Hardware: Google unveiled the Pixel 11 lineup in New York with deeper Gemini integration, a new Tensor chip, and higher prices tied to DRAM memory costs. Local Tech Policy: Rep. Ro Khanna pushed a “Data Center Bill of Rights,” arguing communities need real say and guardrails as data centers reshape power and housing debates. Privacy vs Surveillance: Protests are escalating against Flock-style license plate readers, with cities weighing contract changes and new competitors. Public Health & Schools: A Trump executive order aims to steer states on childhood vaccine rules, but states still control requirements—leaving families in limbo. New York Science in the Classroom: A Manhattan schoolyard makeover shows how “urban climate oases” are replacing blacktop with shade and nature-based play. Art & Security: Thieves stole four Renaissance works by Antonello da Messina from a Sicily museum during Ferragosto, bypassing alarms and security.
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