AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAI & Policing: Italy’s draft AI decree would let police turn faces into biometric data via cameras in “sensitive” public areas, store it for seven days, and auto-delete unless a crime is linked—while the data watchdog says parts don’t fit the EU AI Act. Cultural Security: A lightning-fast theft in Messina targeted rare Antonello da Messina works during Ferragosto, exploiting festival distractions and bypassing alarms. EU Solidarity on Fires: The EU activated rescEU support, sending planes, helicopters, and ground teams to help Belgium and Spain battle major wildfires. Migration & Schengen Pressure: Ceuta’s latest border crisis has triggered renewed checks involving Italy and reignited debate over Schengen free movement. Local Governance: Como’s mayor wants to ban cyclists from 30 historic-center streets after an e-bike crash, drawing criticism that it’s a knee-jerk response. Industry & Defense: Washington’s push to label China’s Weichai as military-linked raises new security questions for Italy’s Ferretti ties. Economy: Borrowing costs across major economies jumped to levels not seen since the 2008 crisis as Middle East risks stoke inflation fears.
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