AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety Watch: Dumarao, Capiz imposed a temporary total ban on pork and swine-related goods after African Swine Fever was detected in nearby towns, covering live hogs, fresh/frozen pork, processed items, and even pork-mixed foods. Consumer Protection & Fraud: India’s RBI rolled out revised compensation rules for digital payment fraud victims, including a lifetime cap and clearer cost-sharing between RBI, banks, and beneficiary banks starting Jan. 1, 2027. Retail & Customer Experience: California Gov. Newsom convened the first meeting of a Tech Fraud Task Force aimed at strengthening consumer protections as AI and fintech risks evolve. EU Product Liability: A revised EU Product Liability Directive is nearing its Dec. 9, 2026 transposition deadline, with draft laws showing diverging interpretations that could raise strict-claim risk for digital and software supply chains. Beauty Trends: Consumers are increasingly shifting skincare toward “barrier health” and simpler routines, with interest rising in products that support skin comfort. Business Moves: ASP (Fortive) acquired a majority stake in Europe’s UV Smart to expand high-level disinfection offerings for healthcare workflows. Local Economy: Curaçao’s business group urged companies to close early for the island’s final World Cup group match.
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