AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoD.C. Retail Theft Crackdown: Federal and state prosecutors announced indictments tied to a multi-state organized retail-theft ring, including suspects charged in Prince George’s County and Washington, D.C., alleging more than $48,000 in stolen merchandise sold online. Cybersecurity Growth: Ridge IT Cyber, founded in Washington, D.C. and now based in the Tampa Bay area, earned its fourth straight Inc. 5000 spot after 181% three-year revenue growth and plans to add about 20 jobs in 2026. Cross-Border Tech Deal: Lynk and Omnispace completed their merger, launching Elveo Mobile to deliver direct-to-device satellite connectivity to phones and devices, with spectrum flexibility aimed at expanding beyond messaging. Consumer Pricing Scrutiny: New findings highlight “surveillance pricing,” where grocery and other prices can vary by shopper location and behavior, raising costs for families. Public Health Policy Fight: Trump signed an executive order pushing states toward a revised childhood vaccine schedule, including splitting the MMR shot into separate visits. Local Business Support: Somerset County’s business grant program reported nearly $9.2 million awarded since launch, with a record $1.14 million distributed for 2026.
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