AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoT. rex Fossil Fallout: South Dakota’s “Gus” (a 67-million-year-old T. rex) sold at Sotheby’s in New York for a record $50.1 million, but scientists are warning that private ownership can “lock away” key specimens and limit future study and public access. Public Health & Data Privacy: Attorney generals announced a multistate settlement with 23andMe over a 2023 genetic data breach; recovery is capped by bankruptcy funds, with states pursuing both consumer relief and stronger protections. Healthcare’s Local Weight: A new Dakota Institute report spotlights how healthcare is a major, stable driver of South Dakota GDP. Tech & Infrastructure: Bluepeak hit 500,000 fiber passings across six states, while Rapid City advanced plans for a new sports complex. Policy Watch: The U.S. House passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, but Senate hurdles remain. Local Tech in Action: SDSU grads and South Dakota businesses are pushing precision agriculture and immersive retail experiences.
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