AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety Recall: Spain and Hong Kong-linked alerts warn consumers to stop eating Bonne Maman strawberry jam in 30g glass mini jars (batches K154/K155) due to possible glass fragments. Heat & Food Prices: UK cucumbers are getting pricier and misshapen as heatwaves hit yields across Europe, with economists flagging wider salad price pressure at the checkout. Wildfire Response (Spain): Rescued donkeys are being deployed to graze away dry brush and reduce fuel for fast-moving blazes. AI Regulation (EU): The Digital Omnibus on AI enters into force, extending some high-risk AI duties and tightening rules around prohibited practices and transparency. Consumer Tech/Privacy: Seiko’s new 5 Sports Field GMT watches roll out globally, while Canon pushes fluorine-free lens coatings to avoid PFAS concerns. Retail Expansion (UK): Søstrene Grene opens a second Edinburgh store, and Chopstix adds a Milton Keynes outlet with kiosks and new offers. Competition/Online Ads (UK): A UK tribunal certified a large opt-out Google mobile search ad class action, setting up potential consumer restitution claims.
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