AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTexas Broadband Scrutiny: Lawmakers grilled the Texas Broadband Development Office over alleged “favoritism” in rural broadband grants, including changes tied to low-earth-orbit satellite plans that could benefit Starlink. Energy & Markets: Oil slid back toward pre-war levels as US-Iran indirect talks in Doha eased supply fears and Strait of Hormuz traffic improved, pulling Brent near $70 and WTI near $68. Grid Reliability Push: Gov. Abbott announced an 860 MW Texas Energy Fund loan for new West Texas power from Vistra, aimed at boosting ERCOT reliability starting in 2028. Data Center Water Fight: Texas renewed pressure for data-center water-use numbers as cities and counties move to restrict or regulate new facilities. Local Public Safety: Lubbock police searched for a suspect after a fleeing driver crashed into multiple parked vehicles. Health & Business: Aspire Houston Fertility Institute rebranded as Aspire Fertility, while a Houston-area AI contract startup raised $1.75M to help businesses manage agreements.
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