AGP Executive Report

AI Infrastructure & Security: Alpha Compute added senior leadership, including a new Chief Information Security Officer, as it scales its GPU and confidential-compute delivery pipeline. Telehealth in Hearing Care: ELEHEAR launched ElePro Plus, offering live tele-audiology sessions for OTC device owners via its app. Crypto Markets Watch: Binance reclaimed Bitcoin futures open-interest leadership from CME, signaling a shift in where traders park derivatives activity. Local Education Leadership: BVI’s Ebenezer Thomas Primary School is set to get Mrs Zubida K. H. O’Neal-George as principal starting Sept. 1, 2026. Undersea Tech Governance: UTIC named Donald McCormack board chair after Debbie Proffitt’s retirement, continuing momentum for undersea innovation. Privacy & Surveillance Tech: DecryptAds released a searchable map of ad-industry supply-chain data, raising fresh concerns about location tracking and federal data access. Food & Water Stress Signals: SNAP participation fell sharply after federal eligibility changes, while Puerto Rico’s drought-driven rationing highlights how islands may need better water-capture systems.

Tele-audiology in the islands: ELEHEAR launched ElePro Plus, adding live, one-on-one remote tele-audiology sessions for OTC hearing device owners via its app, with a 45-minute video visit and follow-up priced per session at $99. Privacy and surveillance tech: A new federal-ad tracking mapping tool, DecryptAds, lets people search how ad brokers operate and what location-linked data can flow—raising fresh concerns for anyone using mobile apps. Undersea innovation leadership: The Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) named Donald McCormack board chair after Debbie Proffitt’s retirement, highlighting continued prototype funding and workforce support for undersea R&D. Local education leadership: Mrs. Zubida K. H. O’Neal-George is set to become principal of Ebenezer Thomas Primary School in fall 2026, with a focus on math coaching and teacher support. Food safety for regional supply chains: A Class I recall was issued for about 29,628 pounds of raw frozen boneless beef imported from Argentina after it entered commerce without required reinspection—urging Caribbean distributors to check freezer stock. BVI skills gap debate: A BVI education leader warned that young Virgin Islanders are getting sidelined in the skilled labour market as employers lean on expatriate technical talent, pointing to long-running TVET mismatches. Maritime funding: The U.S. Maritime Administration awarded $35.18M to 45 small shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, upgrades, and workforce training.

Senate Push on Daylight Saving Time: President Trump is urging the Senate to pass the “NO MORE CHANGING THE CLOCKS ACT,” aiming to make daylight saving time permanent after the House passed the Sunshine Protection Act 308-117—setting up a likely fight over crime, health, and darker winter mornings. BVI Education Leadership: Mrs. Zubida K. H. O’Neal-George is tipped to become principal of Ebenezer Thomas Primary School in fall 2026, with her math leadership background highlighted by local stakeholders. Undersea Tech Governance: UTIC elected Donald McCormack as board chair after Debbie Proffitt’s retirement, with the consortium pointing to prototype projects, scholarships, and Navy-linked experience. Privacy & Surveillance Tech: A new tool called DecryptAds maps the ad-tech supply chain that can turn everyday app use into location-tracking data—raising fresh concerns for island residents. Food Safety in the Region: A Class I recall was issued for about 29,628 pounds of raw frozen boneless beef imported from Argentina after it entered commerce without required reinspection; Caribbean distributors are urged to audit freezer stock. Local Crime & Tech Angle: VIPD arrested I’Ko Matthias on an outstanding arrest and DNA warrant after a May incident involving alleged firearm and ammunition charges, while another case highlights surveillance footage used in a citizen’s arrest.

Daylight Saving Time Push: President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the “Sunshine Protection Act” to make daylight saving time permanent, arguing it could reduce crime and health risks—though some senators oppose it and the Senate is in recess. Hurricane Watch: Tropical Storm Lala is approaching Hawaii, with hurricane-strength possible and warnings issued across multiple islands, keeping storm-risk communication in focus. Water Crisis Tech Angle: Puerto Rico’s drought-driven rationing is hitting 180,000 households, with experts pointing to missed opportunities like rainwater harvesting and aging infrastructure. BVI Education Leadership: Mrs. Zubida K. H. O’Neal-George is tipped to become principal of Ebenezer Thomas Primary School starting Sept. 1, 2026. Undersea Innovation: UTIC elected Donald McCormack as board chair after Debbie Proffitt’s retirement, highlighting continued prototype funding and workforce support. Security & Surveillance: A new tool, DecryptAds, maps how ad tech can turn app and location data into surveillance—raising fresh privacy alarms. Food Safety: A Class I recall flagged uninspected frozen beef shipments, with Caribbean distributors urged to audit affected stock.

BVI Education Leadership: Mrs Zubida K. H. O’Neal-George is set to become principal of Ebenezer Thomas Primary School (ETPS) starting Sept. 1, 2026, after serving as a math instructional leader and earning strong praise from the school community. BVI Skills Gap: A BVI education and labour-policy debate is heating up as youth say they feel sidelined by technically skilled expats, with critics pointing to long-running gaps in TVET alignment with what employers need. Undersea Tech Governance: UTIC has elected Donald McCormack as board chair following Debbie Proffitt’s retirement, highlighting the consortium’s push to support undersea prototype projects, scholarships, and Navy-linked innovation. Privacy & Surveillance Tech: A new tool called DecryptAds maps how ad tech can turn everyday app use into searchable surveillance trails, raising fresh concerns for location privacy. Food Safety: A Class I recall flags about 29,628 pounds of imported raw frozen boneless beef in the region after it entered commerce without required reinspection—local distributors are urged to audit freezer stock.

Undersea Tech Leadership: The Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) has elected Donald McCormack as board chair after founding member Debbie Proffitt retired, with UTIC citing more than 100 prototype projects and $1.5B in prototype funding. STEM & Local Skills: A BVI education leader says young Virgin Islanders are getting sidelined in the skilled labour market as employers lean on expatriate technical talent, pointing to long-running TVET gaps. Water Resilience Lesson: Puerto Rico’s drought-driven rationing is spotlighting rainwater harvesting as a ready-made fix, while residents report chaotic shutoffs and aging infrastructure. Privacy & Surveillance Tech: A new research tool, DecryptAds, maps how ad systems can turn everyday app use into location-linked surveillance, raising fresh questions about warrantless data collection. Maritime & Jobs: The U.S. Maritime Administration awarded $35.18M to 45 small shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, upgrades, and workforce training. Education Recognition: UVI received a national student success award from EAB for improving the student journey from enrollment through graduation. Public Safety Tech: WRAP Technologies and XINSURANCE partnered to launch a certified Safe Response Program standard for private security training and preparedness. School Leadership: Mrs Zubida K. H. O’Neal-George is tipped to become principal of Ebenezer Thomas Primary School starting Sept. 1, 2026.

Public Safety: VIPD arrested 34-year-old I’Ko Matthias on an outstanding court warrant and DNA warrant after a late-night St. Croix traffic stop tied to a May Anna’s Hope incident, where police say contraband was found and felony charges now include unlicensed possession of a firearm and ammunition. Undersea Tech Leadership: The Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) named Donald McCormack board chair after founding member Debbie Proffitt retired, highlighting UTIC’s prototype work, scholarship support for undersea talent, and continued push for collaboration. Maritime & Local Economy: MARAD awarded $35.18 million to 45 small shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, infrastructure, and workforce training. Tech & Privacy: A new research tool, DecryptAds, is being used to map how ad auctions can turn app and location data into searchable surveillance trails—raising fresh questions for privacy-minded island users. Workforce & Skills: A BVI politician says young Virgin Islanders are getting sidelined in the skilled labour market as employers lean on expatriate technical talent, pointing to long-running TVET gaps. Food Safety: A Class I recall flagged about 29,628 pounds of imported raw frozen boneless beef from Argentina after it entered commerce without mandatory reinspection. Education Tech Recognition: UVI received a national student success award from EAB for improving the student journey from enrollment through graduation.

BVI Skills Gap: Political hopeful Dr Arlene Smith Thompson says young Virgin Islanders are being sidelined as employers lean on expatriate technical talent, blaming long-running TVET disconnects between what schools teach and what jobs need. Maritime Jobs Boost: U.S. MARAD awarded $35.18M to 45 small shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, infrastructure, and workforce training. Surveillance Tech Watch: A new tool called DecryptAds maps how ad tech can turn everyday app use into location-linked surveillance, raising fresh concerns about warrantless data use. Food Safety Alert: Federal authorities issued a Class I recall for about 29,628 pounds of imported raw frozen boneless beef after it entered commerce without required reinspection—Caribbean distributors are urged to audit stock. Water & Infrastructure: UVI won a national Student Journey Award for improving student success using education technology platforms. Private Sector Security: WRAP Technologies and XINSURANCE partnered to launch the WRAP Safe Response Program, aiming to standardize training and readiness for private security teams.

Maritime Jobs Boost: The U.S. Maritime Administration awarded $35.18M to 45 small shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, infrastructure, and workforce training. BVI Skills Gap: A BVI political hopeful says young Virgin Islanders feel sidelined as employers lean on technically skilled expats, blaming long-running gaps in TVET and a culture that undervalued trades. Food Safety Alert: Federal health authorities issued a Class I recall for about 29,628 pounds of imported raw frozen boneless beef after it entered commerce without required import reinspection—Caribbean distributors are urged to audit freezer stock. Private Security Standards: WRAP Technologies and XINSURANCE announced a partnership to launch the WRAP Safe Response Program, aiming to standardize training and readiness for security teams nationwide. Tech + Privacy Watch: A new searchable research tool, DecryptAds, maps how ad auctions can funnel sensitive location data into federal surveillance workflows. Water & Infrastructure: UVI received a national education technology award for improving the student journey, highlighting innovation in student support systems.

Surveillance & Privacy: A new tool called DecryptAds maps how ad auctions can turn everyday app use into location-tracking data for federal surveillance, using a massive searchable set of ad supply-chain files. Public Safety Tech: WRAP Technologies and XINSURANCE are partnering to launch the WRAP Safe Response Program, aiming to standardize training and readiness for private security across the U.S. AI Infrastructure: Alpha Compute (BVI-based) signed a binding term sheet for a planned 200 MW data center campus in Pennsylvania, with potential expansion to 1 GW, tied to power and data off-take. Port & Logistics Upgrades: The Virgin Islands Port Authority is moving ahead with a $22.4M design-phase upgrade to the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal in St. Croix, including structural repairs and yard pavement work. Marine Tech & Exploration: Ocean conservationist Dr. Sylvia Earle argues modern certified submersibles can be safer than flying, following the Titan disaster. Timekeeping Policy: Trump pushes permanent daylight saving time, while health experts warn it could disrupt sleep and wellbeing. Food Safety: Nearly 30,000 pounds of imported beef were recalled after missed mandatory import reinspection, with Caribbean distributors urged to audit affected lots.

USVI Education Tech Recognition: The University of the Virgin Islands earned a 2026 Student Journey Award from EAB, praising its student-success push using platforms like Navigate360 and Starfish. BVI Water Policy for Farmers: BVI Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley says a new water policy with assistance and subsidies for farmers is nearing completion, alongside plans for reservoirs at Paraquita Bay Agricultural Station. USVI Port Infrastructure: Virgin Islands Port Authority is moving ahead with a $22.4M design-phase upgrade to the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal in St. Croix, with repairs and yard reconstruction planned. Reef Monitoring Science: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution researchers tested a non-invasive seawater method to spot early coral reef stress in the USVI using chemistry, microbes, and ocean models. AI + Data Center Deal (BVI-linked): Alpha Compute (BVI-based deal context) signed a binding term sheet for a planned Pennsylvania data center campus tied to 200 MW power capacity, with potential expansion to 1 GW. Local Tech & Privacy: A new research tool, DecryptAds, aims to map ad brokers and where they track users, including location data. Community Tech/Infrastructure: J. Benton Construction will donate parts and labor to finish a long-stalled gas line and add an ice machine at Claude O. Markoe Elementary School in time for school reopening. Public Safety Tech: Police say a retired officer used home security camera footage to help detain a suspect in an Estate Thomas vehicle break-in case.

Privacy & Surveillance Research: A new tool called DecryptAds aims to map which ad brokers operate across websites and where they show up next—highlighting how location tracking and other sensitive profiling can spread through the ad ecosystem. BVI Tech & Energy Deal: Alpha Compute (BVI-linked) signed a binding term sheet to pursue a Pennsylvania data center campus tied to 200 MW of power, with potential expansion to 1 GW, using Marcellus gas rights and an offtake plan. Marine & Port Tech in the Region: Virgin Islands Port Authority is moving ahead with a $22.4M design-phase upgrade to the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal in St. Croix, including repairs, mooring/fender replacement, and container-yard pavement work. Reef Monitoring Breakthrough: WHOI researchers tested a non-invasive way to track coral reef health in the USVI using seawater chemical and microbial signals, paired with ocean movement modeling. Water Policy for Farmers (BVI): BVI Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley says a new water policy with farmer assistance and subsidies is nearing completion, alongside reservoir plans at Paraquita Bay. Local Governance & Safety: VIPA’s terminal upgrade and the BVI water plan both point to practical infrastructure fixes, while USVI updates include progress toward licensed cannabis cultivation and dispensaries—pending lab capacity for product testing.

AI & Energy Infrastructure: Alpha Compute signed a binding term sheet for a planned 200 MW natural gas-powered data center campus in Pennsylvania, with potential expansion to 1 GW, tying the project to Marcellus-related assets and power/data center offtake. Port & Water Tech for the VI: St. Croix’s container terminal upgrade is moving forward with a $22.4m Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal design push, while the VI is also developing a water policy to support farmers and expand storage at Paraquita Bay. Marine & Maritime Business: MarineMax agreed to a $1.5B all-cash acquisition by Safe Harbor Marinas, a Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company, signaling more consolidation in regional marine services. Cyber/Surveillance Backlash: Flock Safety camera vandalism is spreading across multiple U.S. states, with reports of coordinated theft and damage framed as anti-surveillance protest. Local Public Safety: Police reports include a citizen’s arrest after a safari taxi break-in attempt in Estate Thomas and a domestic violence stabbing case in Annas Retreat. Science in the Caribbean: WHOI researchers tested a non-invasive seawater method to monitor coral reef health in the U.S. Virgin Islands, linking chemical and microbial signals to reef stress.

BVI Water Policy: The British Virgin Islands is drafting a new water policy for farmers, with Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley saying assistance and subsidies are expected to be clarified soon, alongside plans to build reservoirs at Paraquita Bay Agricultural Station. USVI Marine Science: In the US Virgin Islands, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution researchers tested a non-invasive way to monitor coral reef health using seawater chemical and microbial signals, showing nearby reefs can look very different depending on currents. St. Croix Port Upgrade: The Virgin Islands Port Authority is moving ahead with a $22.4 million design-phase upgrade to the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal, including structural repairs, mooring/fender replacement, and container-yard pavement work. Tech & Security: Reports highlight growing backlash against surveillance tech, with Flock Safety cameras being vandalized or stolen across multiple US states. Health Policy Tech: In the USVI, regulators say licensed cannabis cultivation could start within weeks, but commercial sales hinge on getting a product-testing lab operational. Sports & STEM: VI long jumper Khybah K.C. Dawson graduates from Texas A&M after standout NCAA and SEC performances. Timekeeping Debate: US lawmakers continue debating permanent daylight saving time, with Senate recess casting doubt on whether changes land before Nov. 1.

Pharma Accountability: Nevada’s AG Ford joined a 43-state push to settle with Sandoz in a $400M deal over alleged generic-drug price inflation and reduced competition. Water & Agriculture (BVI): BVI Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley says a new water policy for farmers is nearing completion, alongside Paraquita Bay Agricultural Station reservoir plans. Port Tech & Infrastructure (St. Croix): VIPA is moving ahead with a $22.4M Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Marine Terminal upgrade, currently in design, with a public meeting set for Aug. 14. Reef Science (USVI): WHOI researchers tested a non-invasive way to monitor reef health using seawater chemical and microbial signals, including work in the US Virgin Islands. Cannabis Regulation (USVI): OCR says licensed cultivation could start within weeks, with dispensaries possibly opening before year-end—sales hinge on a product-testing lab. Surveillance Backlash: Reports describe Flock Safety camera thefts and vandalism across multiple states, fueling debate over mass monitoring. Lottery Tech Talk: Powerball climbs to a $905M jackpot, with experts urging players to understand odds and winner anonymity rules. Local Wins in Education: J. Benton Construction will donate parts and labor to fix a long-running Claude O. Markoe Elementary kitchen gas line issue ahead of school reopening.

Surveillance & Privacy: Winona, Minnesota police say vandals cut down and stole Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras, echoing a wider pattern of anti-surveillance attacks across 23 states. AI Finance: Waton Financial highlighted progress on AlphaSchema, an AI-assisted research framework for turning model ideas into testable trading signals. Cyber & Connectivity: A new “best VPN for 2026” roundup argues privacy tools now need stronger protections for modern threats. BVI Water Policy: BVI Premier Natalio Wheatley says a new water policy for farmers and Paraquita Bay reservoir plans are moving forward to ease drought and storage problems. USVI Reef Science: WHOI researchers in the US Virgin Islands tested a non-invasive seawater method to flag early coral reef stress using chemical and microbial signals. Cannabis Regulation (USVI): The Office of Cannabis Regulation says licensed cultivation could start within weeks, with dispensaries possibly opening before end-2026 once testing lab capacity is ready. Tech/Business (BVI): WISeKey announced an extraordinary meeting to approve redomiciliation to the British Virgin Islands. Aviation (BVI region): Former BVI Airports Authority boss Kurt Menal was appointed CEO of Antigua’s VC Bird International Airport. Local STEM/Community: Texas A&M graduate Khybah Dawson celebrates a standout track-and-field career while representing the Virgin Islands.