AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSurveillance & Privacy: Gov. Dan McKee ordered a pause on new Flock automated license-plate reader cameras on state property and directed a 60-day statewide review, as towns weigh public safety against privacy concerns and Flock tightens its own data-retention and sharing rules. AI in Policing: A new report says Flock’s AI tool can identify and follow drivers using movement patterns and prewritten prompts that may pull in sensitive records, intensifying scrutiny of how police use the system. Maritime Autonomy: Rhode Island-based Blue Ops (Red Cat) and Havoc will integrate autonomy and command software across uncrewed surface vessel fleets, with plans for coordinated test fleets in Rhode Island. Health Tech: Brown-led Phase 1 results for a Rhode Island-developed glioblastoma radiation device (GammaTile) suggest earlier treatment after surgery may cut early tumor regrowth without added safety risk. Education & Research: Rhode Island earned an 8th-place national ranking in U.S. News Best High Schools, while RIDE released a 2026 State of Education report highlighting gains in achievement, attendance, and modernization. Energy Policy: AG Peter Neronha urged the PUC to reject Rhode Island Energy’s proposed profit-driven rate hikes as households struggle with bills.
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