AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCrypto Regulation: North Carolina House lawmakers advanced a bill to regulate crypto ATMs, moving HB 920 to the Senate after unanimous passage—aimed at curbing kiosk scams as complaints and losses climb nationwide. State Budget Process: NC Republicans warned the long-delayed state budget may slip past mid-June, with leaders signaling progress but uncertainty on timing. Healthcare Merger Watch: Wake County commissioners grilled WakeMed and Atrium Health on a proposed $2 billion merger, with local control, costs, and transparency among the big concerns. Water Pollution Lawsuit: NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued Durham-based Brenntag Mid-South, alleging illegal chemical discharges into state waters and seeking an expedited stop-and-cleanup order. Biotech Fundraising: Shattuck Labs priced a $75 million public offering, adding shares and pre-funded warrants as it pushes its DR3 antibody pipeline. Local Business Growth: Another Broken Egg Cafe opened in Concord, marking the second Triangle-area expansion for a North Carolina holding company behind the brand. Consumer Safety: FDA/CDC updates flagged multiple food recalls tied to outbreaks, including Salmonella linked to moringa supplements and Listeria tied to soft ricotta/requesón products.
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