AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAlzheimer’s Diagnostics Expansion: C2N Diagnostics and SouthGenetics are partnering to roll out C2N’s Precivity® blood tests for amyloid pathology across Latin America and the Caribbean, with early focus including Jamaica. AI vs Journalism: The New York Times publisher Arthur Gregg Sulzberger blasted AI firms for “brazen theft” of news content, warning it could reshape the future of journalism. Hurricane Tech in Action: Liberty Caribbean says it’s ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, highlighting investments in network resilience after Hurricane Melissa. Forecasting Upgrade: Reports say Google DeepMind’s AI hurricane model helped predict rapid intensification and a Jamaica landfall earlier than traditional models. UWI Academic Boost: UWI promoted eight senior lecturers to Professor ranks across areas including dementia research, climate finance, applied math, and veterinary public health. STEM for Schools: Hanover’s Bethel Primary gets a tech resource hub with internet to strengthen maths learning. Financial Literacy Game: BOJ Money Quest launched, offering cash prizes up to $200,000 for students and up to $500,000 for top schools. Digital Learning in Westmoreland: Dr Horace Chang opened a Dr Horace Chang Digital Learning Centre at New Roads Primary with a 20-seat computer lab. World Environment Day (Jamaica): Kingston Harbour Cleanup Project will anchor local activities, with organizers citing millions of pounds of waste prevented over five years.
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