AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoData Centers & Power Grid: Texas is pausing parts of ERCOT grid-connection reviews while Gov. Abbott orders an audit of up to 300 projects, mostly data centers—adding uncertainty for AI-driven buildouts. Regulatory Scrutiny: The FTC is investigating Epic Systems over how it grants access to health data, while Texas AG Ken Paxton has already sued Epic for allegedly restricting competition. Energy Markets: Oil prices climbed as Iran-US tensions flared, with crude settling higher on supply-risk worries. Tech & Business Deals: LS Electric won a $34.3M Bloom Energy contract for power distribution equipment tied to a hyperscale data center, underscoring continued Texas demand for grid hardware. Local Economy & Housing: Harris County faces a major budget shortfall and is weighing a property tax increase that could raise typical homestead bills by about $90–$97. Education & Community: Wheatley High School in Houston earned its first “A” after years of failing grades tied to the HISD takeover, signaling potential momentum for the district. Health & Safety: Radiation Detection Company launched “Radiant” real-time dosimetry for high-exposure clinical settings, aiming to improve radiation safety during procedures. Sports/Leadership: Texas A&M–Victoria introduced Brad Kocher as its new athletic director.
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