AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoLithium Push: Geothermal Engineering will invest ~£43m in a Cornwall lithium extraction plant, targeting commercial production in 2029 and creating nearly 50 direct jobs, as the UK tries to secure EV battery supply chains. Health Tech: A world-first NHS pilot in Birmingham and the Midlands will use a rapid genomic brain tumour test to cut diagnosis from weeks to up to 24 hours, speeding treatment and trial access. Cancer Care: The Christie in Manchester is fundraising for a “first in the UK” 4D CT scanner that combines CT with video X-ray to study and treat tumours in more detail. AI & Public Services: Labour’s Louise Haigh signals Palantir could be blocked from NHS work as the government reviews its AI strategy and faces pressure over foreign tech ties. Security & Tech: Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of terrorism/explosives offences after reports of suspicious vehicles, with bomb-disposal teams responding. Consumer Tech Deals: Philips Multigroom 7000 Series is heavily discounted on Amazon UK ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. Climate Science: New research finds El Niño events have become nearly 40% stronger over the past 40 years.
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