AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAI & Policy: Maryland is pushing ahead on AI adoption, but the bigger question is whether the state can shape a national AI strategy that matches its pace. Cyber & Privacy: Telehealth firms are under fresh scrutiny after regulators alleged they mishandled patient data and used hard-to-cancel subscription tactics. Space & Defense: Trump’s announced Space Academy and broader talk of orbital warfare keep Maryland tied to the national space-security conversation. Education Funding (Maryland-led): A federal court ruling backed by Maryland AG Anthony Brown reinstates K-12 teacher preparation grant funding nationwide, overturning the Trump administration’s earlier termination. Workforce Tech: Maryland employers using facial recognition in hiring face consent requirements under state law, with compliance guidance aimed at multistate HR teams. Environment (Chesapeake Bay): Blue crab surveys show a meaningful rebound, with population estimates rising sharply in recent sampling. Local Tech/Infrastructure: Amazon’s Fastnet transatlantic cable plans include a Maryland power-feed facility, raising connectivity hopes while prompting questions about impacts. Healthcare Tech: Maryland vet conference coverage highlights practical ways to address pet vaccine hesitancy.
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