AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoE-Rickshaw Cybersecurity Crackdown: India’s MeitY ordered Apple and Google to remove apps including BAT-BMS, Lossigy and Epoch-i-ion after viral videos showed pranksters remotely disabling Bluetooth-linked battery systems mid-ride, prompting stalled vehicles and safety alarms. Fuel Policy Backlash: India moved to calm anger over mandatory E20 ethanol-blended petrol after a viral court clip had Attorney General R. Venkataramani calling it an “experiment,” while officials said the term referred to ethanol supply volumes, not the policy. India-Japan Marcom & Tech Push: China warned India-Japan cooperation shouldn’t target third parties as the two sides advanced AI, energy and defence initiatives during PM Sanae Takaichi’s visit. AI Business Expansion: Microsoft launched its “Microsoft Frontier Company” to embed thousands of AI engineering experts with clients, signaling a deeper push into enterprise AI services. Corporate Comms: Jindal Stainless appointed Aanchal Wadhwa as lead external communications to boost reputation and stakeholder engagement. Digital Economy Showcase: ITU, ITC and DEC40 released the Global Digital Economy “Lighthouse Cases” collection, with multiple Chinese digital governance and AI examples highlighted.
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