AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMassachusetts Court & Telecom: The state’s fight over cell towers hit a wall as a Massachusetts court ruled residents can’t use a “public nuisance” claim to block a Verizon tower, tightening local control over wireless infrastructure. State Policy & Scams: Massachusetts lawmakers are weighing a ban on crypto ATMs after scam losses, while separate reporting highlights how fraud is going digital—an anti-fraud crackdown is already starting in Massachusetts. Cybersecurity in Energy: SM Energy confirmed a major data breach exposing sensitive personal records, including Social Security numbers and tax IDs, with notifications reaching residents across multiple states including Massachusetts. Clean Energy Funding: Massachusetts is set to receive $23M for clean energy projects tied to colleges and state facilities, as Gov. Healey pushes energy affordability measures amid utility rate pressure. Defense & Maritime Tech: The U.S. Navy awarded major contracts tied to Massachusetts defense work—more Hammerhead anti-submarine mines from Taunton and long-range seabed mapping using unmanned vessels. Consumer Pressure: With budgets tightening, major brands are shifting to smaller pack sizes and lower entry prices, a trend showing up in earnings from Coca-Cola, Mondelez, P&G and Hershey.
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