AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSME Community & VAT Pressure: UK hospitality landlords and trade groups are pushing for a VAT cut from 20% to 10%, calling current rates “crucifying” for pubs and restaurants—an issue that hits small operators hardest. Circular Economy for Industry: Swiss cleantech GR3N (Lugano) closed a €15.5M Series B to build MODUS, a microwave-assisted PET recycling plant in Spain, targeting the 85% of PET waste that mechanical recycling can’t handle. EU Tech Cooperation: The EU and India wrapped the first EU-India Tech Business Forum in New Delhi, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, semiconductors, and market access—relevant for European SMEs looking for cross-border partnerships. AI Cyber for Defenders: OpenAI is extending its cybersecurity-focused GPT-5.5-Cyber to Europe via an EU Cyber Action Plan, offering limited preview access for vetted defenders and institutions. Italian Startup Ecosystem Push: GITEX AI Mediterranean/Italy was announced for April 2027 in Rome, aiming to accelerate AI and tech networking across the Mediterranean with Italian ministries and regional partners.
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