AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAI & Law: Rhode Island’s Supreme Court updated professional conduct rules and issued guidance on generative AI for lawyers and judges, warning that AI can “hallucinate.” Retail Tech Policy: Gov. Dan McKee signed a law limiting Rhode Island grocery stores to three self-checkout lanes per staffed checkout, making RI the first state with such restrictions. Maritime Manufacturing: REGENT completed a dedicated seaglider manufacturing facility in North Kingstown, aiming to scale production of its Viceroy craft and create hundreds of jobs over the next decade. Cyber Safety: A new report highlights how online grooming can escalate fast on gaming platforms, urging parents and Big Tech to treat voice disguise and predator tactics as urgent. Public Health Research: A Brown University-linked study adds to evidence that the shingles vaccine lowers dementia risk, though researchers still don’t fully explain why. Environment & Water: RIDEM began treatment of Meadowbrook Pond to control invasive aquatic plants, with boaters and pet owners told to avoid contact during the work. Energy Planning: South Kingstown is weighing solar panels for its new high school, with incentives driving the project’s economics. Coastal Science: A North Carolina coastal panel recommends a cautious approach to expanding hardened shoreline structures. Local Tech Culture: The Rhode Island Computer Museum opened its new North Kingstown home, expanding interactive exhibits and programming.
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