AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCyber & AI Risk: BOXX Insurance says its Cyberboxx® Business policy now clearly covers AI and deepfake-driven social engineering and security failures—aimed at helping small firms avoid the “grey zone” on AI-related cyber claims. Telecom Restructuring: TELUS will consolidate its core telecom operations under a streamlined leadership setup starting Sept. 1, with David Fuller returning to oversee both consumer and business telecom. Consumer Pressure: TransUnion’s Canada Consumer Pulse finds inflation still bites (86% rank it top concern) even as optimism improves, with half saying income isn’t keeping up. Cross-Border Tax Watch: Cardinal Point flags “Trump Accounts” as a potential tax and reporting headache for Canadians and U.S. citizens living in Canada. Small-Business Cost Shock: New 50% U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods are already worrying U.S. small retailers and distilleries that rely on Canadian inputs. Entrepreneur Support: Ontario’s Summer Company Program is funding and mentoring 11 Sault Ste. Marie student startups this summer. Food Supply Innovation: Ottawa’s The Growcer is pitching plug-and-play vertical hydroponic growing units to expand year-round fresh produce access.
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