AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAutonomous Mobility: Amazon’s Zoox won federal clearance to start charging for steering-wheel-free robotaxi rides once states and cities sign off, as NHTSA also moves toward allowing robotaxis without brake pedals—raising the stakes for California’s AV rollout. Aviation & Construction: President Trump unveiled a $22.5B redesign plan for Washington Dulles that mirrors the kind of mega-projects LAX and other California airports are already pursuing. Tech & Infrastructure: The Linux Foundation-backed OPI Project in San Francisco released its first open abstraction framework aimed at making DPU/IPU-style AI infrastructure easier to integrate and scale. Energy & Industry: CARB approved revisions to California’s 2026 air plan without forcing a mandatory tractor replacement rule, a win for farmers while the fight over farm emissions continues. Healthcare: A KFF Health News report says hospice’s fraud crackdown in California is already chilling patient access and could trigger tougher rules. Robotics in Homes: A San Francisco startup, Tau Robotics, began offering humanoid robot home cleaning for $30 an hour, though experts warn the tech may be too early for widespread use. Entertainment & Media: Paramount+ greenlit a “Clueless” sequel series starring Alicia Silverstone, set to begin production in Los Angeles in 2027.
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