AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCyber & Medical Devices: Boston Scientific says its remote monitoring services are back online after an Aug. 25 cyber incident disrupted access to some systems tied to manufacturing and shipping, while investigations continue. Healthcare Innovation: Abbott won FDA approval for the TactiFlex Duo catheter, combining pulsed field ablation and radiofrequency energy for atrial fibrillation treatment. Energy & Grid Tech: NC State and partners demonstrated a megawatt-class solid-state transformer on a live Massachusetts distribution feeder, a step toward smarter grid support. AI Infrastructure Policy: Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order requiring new Massachusetts data centers to secure local approval via community benefit agreements and to bring their own energy or pay into a ratepayer protection fund. Local Housing/Permitting: Chatham’s zoning board signaled it will deny Pennrose’s 42-unit affordable project unless a sidewalk is added, setting up a potential appeal. Manufacturing & Trade: Massachusetts manufacturers are bracing for new Canada tariff impacts as costs and customer pricing concerns rise. Cost of Living (Transport): AAA reports Massachusetts gas averaged about $4.12 in August, the most expensive August on record.
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