AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRhode Island Tech & Policy: Brown University President Christina Paxson says she’ll step down after the 2026-27 academic year, citing the need for a leadership transition amid federal funding fights and campus turmoil. AI & Business Law: Providence firm Partridge Snow & Hahn launched an AI task force to help companies handle AI governance, privacy, contracts, and IP risk as AI use spreads. Public Safety Tech Debate: Cranston’s Flock Safety camera program is drawing renewed scrutiny as Rhode Island weighs surveillance benefits versus privacy concerns, after reported camera tampering. Regional Industry & Jobs: Electric Boat’s submarine buildout is expanding hiring and work across New England, including Quonset Point in Rhode Island. Economy & Tech Costs: A coalition of 25 states, including Rhode Island, sued the Trump administration over new tariffs, arguing they’re unlawful and will raise prices for consumers and businesses. Science & Discovery: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and partners released close-up images of the wreck of Shackleton’s final ship, Quest, showing it’s now a marine habitat.
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