AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBiotech & Manufacturing: Kincell Bio and Cellipont Bioservices completed their merger to form Kincellis Advanced Therapies, a new CDMO focused on cell-therapy development and manufacturing. Health & R&D: Genentech and Roche opened the Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston, expanding U.S. research capacity across cardiovascular, renal and metabolic disease. Consumer & Legal: N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson joined a $694M multistate settlement with Credit Acceptance over alleged predatory auto lending, including cash and debt relief plus new consumer-protection requirements. Energy Costs: Gas prices stayed volatile nationwide; in North Carolina, the week ending Sept. 12 showed some of the lowest regular prices in counties like Randolph ($3.64) and Bladen ($3.59), while diesel remained higher overall. Workforce & Training: Cape Fear Community College launched hands-on, short-term film and digital media courses at Cinespace Studios, aimed at building local talent for North Carolina’s screen industry. Coastal Infrastructure: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public input on a potential terminal groin at North Topsail Beach, with multiple shoreline options on the table. Tech in Cities: Raleigh is using drones and AI-enabled tools to build a digital twin for planning and traffic/development decisions. Sports & Local Business: Asheville’s Biltmore Championship PGA Tour event is driving special deals and products from regional food and beverage businesses.
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