AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoSpace & Tech: Arizona-based Katalyst Space Technologies launched LINK to grapple NASA’s falling Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory and boost it to a safer orbit, extending the mission after months of orbital decay. Semiconductors: Taiwan’s MOFA says a Phoenix representative office is coming to deepen U.S.-Taiwan ties as TSMC’s Arizona fabs pull in more suppliers and talent. Mining & Capital Markets: Mining Americas began trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange after renaming from Minera Alamos, with gold and copper projects spanning Nevada, Arizona and Mexico. Energy & Environment: EPA proposed new coal ash rules that could loosen protections at Arizona sites, drawing pushback from public interest groups. Water & Tribes: A major Colorado River water settlement for northern Arizona tribes is being blocked by Upper Basin states, leaving some communities without running water. Local Infrastructure: Sedona promoted Roxanne Holland to lead a unified Public Works Department that now includes wastewater. Business & Consumer: Fiserv and major fuel retailers warned partners about illegal vape sales tied to enforcement actions. Hospitality: Hyatt Regency is set to open in downtown Tucson in late 2027, aiming to boost the city’s conference draw.
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