AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoApple Foldables & AI Rollout: Apple says its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, ships with iOS 27.1 preinstalled (not the standard iOS 27 update), while Siri AI is set to expand from a Sept. 14 beta to more languages in October. Consumer Tech: Apple also unveiled AirPods 5 with Active Noise Cancellation now standard on the entry model ($129), plus a wireless-charging variant ($149). EU Housing & Procurement: The European Commission proposed an Affordable Housing Act to give cities clearer legal tools to tackle affordability pressures, while also advancing “Buy European” public procurement rules that can steer tenders toward EU suppliers. Aviation Disruption: UK air traffic control failures are driving major delays and cancellations, with the regulator warning many affected passengers are unlikely to receive compensation. Middle East Trade Sanctions: The UK and a growing group of countries, including Portugal, plan restrictions on trade in goods from Israeli settlements, with Saudi and other Arab states welcoming the UK move. Portugal/Industry Tech: INOV.AM-backed work in Leiria showcased a hybrid robotic manufacturing cell combining 3D-printed molds with carbon-fiber prepreg skin and honeycomb core deposition in one setup.
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