AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAI & Data Centers: Nscale, an Nvidia-backed AI cloud provider with a major West Virginia campus, reported a 1,252% revenue jump in the first half of 2026 as it moves toward an IPO—while a separate U.S. House bill would require data centers to cover incremental local energy grid upgrade costs. Local Tech Governance: West Virginia lawmakers are pressing Flock Safety over automated license plate reader accuracy, and community groups in Mason County are protesting how state rules are pushing data center projects forward. Public Health & Safety Tech: A VA cybersecurity apprenticeship for veterans is expanding, offering a paid path into federal cyber defense work in Martinsburg. STEM Access: A national survey finds after-school programs are increasingly offering STEM, but rural access gaps remain a concern. Research Funding for WVU: Capito and Justice announced $2.2M in NIST-linked funding for WVU BioNano and chemistry NMR research facilities. Environment & Health: Wood County residents are pursuing a class-action lawsuit alleging Chemours contamination damaged homes for years, including PFAS exposure.
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