AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGeorgia–US Law Enforcement: Georgia’s Interior Ministry says it arrested an internationally sought suspect at Tbilisi International Airport in an FBI-backed operation tied to alleged sanctions violations, with identity reported by media as Russian citizen Tatyana Kurashkevich. Robotics for Everyone: Georgia Tech researchers unveiled COBALT, letting users control robotic arms via a smartphone and internet connection, aiming to lower the barrier for robotics and speed up data collection for AI training. Digital Identity & Biometrics: New debate around EUDI Wallets highlights how biometrics rules and disputes (including claims involving Yoti and concerns from regulators) could affect whether EU digital IDs work smoothly for high-value uses. Transport Infrastructure: Georgia reissued tenders for the Rustavi–Red Bridge and Algeti–Sadakhlo highway sections, including a 61.2 km four-lane route with bridges and interchanges, backed by an EIB loan and state funds. Energy & Water Tech: Google pledged $1M for wetlands restoration in South Georgia near its data center, as data-center water use faces growing public backlash. Global Tech Watch: A new app concept lets people control robotic arms remotely from anywhere using a phone, echoing the broader push toward accessible robotics.
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