AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI & Cybersecurity: The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Russia-linked A7 Network after FinCEN traced over $17B in transfers tied to a “shadow banking” setup, combining OFAC blacklisting with a proposed restriction on U.S. financial institutions. AI Governance: A new discussion warns against “rogue AI agent” headlines, arguing software will pursue goals unless limits are clearly defined. Georgia Tech & Policy: Georgia moved its international iGaming licence regime from pilot to full rollout, with first licensees preparing to go live and the framework covering banking, payments, fintech, compliance, and outsourcing for international operators. Regional Tech Events: Armenia’s DigiTec 2026 (Nov 20–22) and the Firebird Build AI hackathon (Georgia team included) highlight growing AI-focused startup momentum in the South Caucasus. Public Infrastructure: Tbilisi’s Kindergarten Agency says education is suspended in unsafe kindergartens, while eight new kindergartens are under construction. Sports Tech/Infrastructure: Armenia approved UEFA Category 4 stadium projects in Vanadzor and Ijevan for the 2029 U-20 World Cup, aiming for completion by end-2028.
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