AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSEC Scam Alert: The U.S. SEC warned investors about AI-made deepfakes using Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto’s voice and likeness to push fake “risk-free” syndicates, urging people to verify registration and never send money or share personal details based on such posts. UK-Japan Investment Push: Britain and Japan signed more than 10 deals, including a clean-energy and tech package expected to top £18bn ($24bn), with offshore wind, AI and semiconductors, and a UK-Japan Frontier Tech Partnership. Entrepreneurship Training: Bangladesh launched a five-day entrepreneurship development programme at Begum Rokeya University, while Nigeria’s South-East Skill-Up programme trained 95 youths with tools, startup funds, and business skills. Women-Led Growth: Southeast Bank ran a workshop focused on empowering women entrepreneurs through stronger customer service, and NRBC Bank disbursed Tk 350m in agricultural loans to 500 farmers and entrepreneurs. Small-Business Pressure: A new report flags weak hiring intentions among small firms alongside rising labor costs, adding to recession worries. Retail Investment: Aldi will upgrade 25 UK stores, including Polmont, under a £300m refurbishment plan.
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