AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoData Centers & Public Trust: CalMatters’ take argues California and the rest of the U.S. can’t stop the data-center buildout, but Big Tech still needs transparency, cleaner power, and real community benefits to earn “social license.” Local Journalism Funding: A California bill would create refundable tax credits to help newsrooms hire and retain local journalists, sending AB-2222 to Gov. Newsom’s desk. AI & Privacy in Living Rooms: A new investigation says LG smart TVs keep tracking devices and can capture microphone audio even when the screen looks off, with the opt-out toggle reportedly disabled by default. Trade War Ripples: Canada’s retaliatory tariffs took effect, and Trump renewed threats tied to Bombardier, with the company pointing to jobs across states including California. Public Safety: LAPD arrested 69 people and impounded 200 vehicles during an illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway. Health Tech: USC researchers say they’ve 3D-printed flexible MRI sensors for infants in under 10 minutes, aiming to improve imaging without months-long waits. Elections & Local Politics: Santa Barbara mayoral candidate Kristen Sneddon told voters she “will not go backwards” at the county Democrats’ Labor Day picnic.
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