AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCybersecurity & Payments: Japan’s National Police Agency says ransomware hit a record 123 cases in the first half of 2026, with suspicious access attempts averaging 13,687 per IP per day—small and medium firms were the most targeted. Personal Finance Basics: UK money expert Martin Lewis says too few people have a lasting power of attorney, explaining it can let trusted people manage health and finances if you can’t. Household Money: “Dear Penny” tackles the fallout of a mortgage taken in only one spouse’s name—if you’re on the deed but not the loan, you generally aren’t liable for the mortgage debt, though it can still create relationship and paperwork stress. Fuel Costs Watch: GasBuddy price reports show ongoing local variation in E15, premium, and diesel—useful if you’re budgeting for commuting. Consumer Tech & Kids Safety: The UK pushes Apple/Google for stronger device-level protections to stop children from sharing or viewing nude images, arguing current tools don’t meet the scale of the problem. Local Government & Parking: Annapolis released parking reform proposals aimed at reducing confusion and ticketing, including a move toward pay-on-exit and consolidating vendors/apps. Scam Alert: Laurel County, Kentucky, is investigating a bail-bonds scam targeting families of new inmates; residents are told not to send money or share credit card details.
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