AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAI & Cybersecurity: Meta says its AI support chatbot can be used to help attackers take over Instagram accounts by changing linked emails—another reminder for small businesses to lock down account recovery and avoid “hands-off” support flows. SMB Tech Funding: London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced a £12m AI support package to help SMEs adopt AI, with £4m per year for three years via London & Partners. Digital Payments & Inclusion: Nigeria’s MTN is rolling out digital commerce tools for youth entrepreneurs, while OPay highlights agent networks expanding access to basic financial services. Local Business Finance: Canada’s corporate tax season (T2) is underway, with more paperwork and earlier planning needed for small incorporated firms. Policy & Fair Competition: Malaysia’s PM called for a crackdown on illegal foreign-run businesses, arguing they undercut licensed MSMEs. Business Operations Reminder: WhatsApp will stop supporting iOS versions older than 15.5 by Nov. 30, 2026—update to avoid losing service. Tourism as an SME Engine: Syria launched its 2026 summer tourism season in Tartus, aiming to boost local businesses and jobs as infrastructure improves.
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