AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI in Healthcare: Rhode Island became the first state to require AI scribe disclosure and an opt-out process for patient note-taking, with providers also required to review AI documentation for accuracy. Big Tech Ad Lawsuits: The FTC and 22 states sued Amazon over alleged “hidden surcharges” that allegedly inflate ad prices while Amazon claims it uses second-price auctions. Public Safety Tech Oversight: The ACLU of Rhode Island says Flock “transparency” portals are missing or incomplete across multiple communities, with only a couple posting audit logs—fueling calls for clearer rules on license plate reader data. STEM Workforce: URI will lead a $4.6M NSF S-STEM consortium to expand engineering pathways and scholarships across Rhode Island’s community colleges and into URI, tied to advanced manufacturing and the Blue Economy. Healthcare Innovation: CharterCARE’s Roger Williams Medical Center is rolling out Scout MD tech to help surgeons precisely locate up to four breast tumors, aiming to spare more tissue. Maritime Autonomy: Robosys Automation won a top on-water demo award at BlueTIDE 2026 for its SHARC autonomous landing craft, integrating AI navigation with marine command systems. Local Public Finance: A RIPEC report says Rhode Island communities spend the most per capita on police and fire protection, raising questions about costs and pension impacts.
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