AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI Search Policy: The UK competition watchdog says Google must let publishers opt out of AI search summaries, aiming to protect media traffic and bargaining power. Bahrain Digital Government: Bahrain and the Union of the Comoros signed an MoU under Bahrain’s Global Digital Government Twinning Initiative to boost eGovernment and digital transformation. University Services Upgrade: The University of Bahrain launched a digital enquiry status service for issued document verification requests, cutting turnaround to an immediate automated process. Maritime Tech Education: Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy and Bahrain Polytechnic signed an MoU to expand training, applied research, and cadetship opportunities in maritime engineering and emerging technologies. Local Talent Pipeline: Mazad launched an eight-week Elevate Summer Internship Program for graduates, covering software engineering, cybersecurity, UX, and marketplace operations. Crypto & Markets Shock: Crypto slid sharply as Middle East tensions escalated, with Bitcoin falling toward $66,000 amid leveraged position liquidations. Regional Tech/Finance Events: MEBIS 2026 gained momentum with 400+ senior bankers confirmed ahead of the September summit on banking innovation and AI.
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