AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDisaster Response: Twin 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes devastated Venezuela, killing at least 32 and injuring 700+ as Caracas buildings collapsed; a state of emergency was declared and tsunami alerts were issued for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, with aftershocks continuing. Food & Beverage Growth: Accurate Franchising announced five new food and beverage franchise concepts, including Virgin Island Thyme Caribbean Grille and Royal Subs, aiming to expand scalable local flavors. Insurance Safety Net: The U.S. Virgin Islands Insurance Guarantee Fund funding level rose under Act No. 9100, increasing the required level to $55M and raising the insolvency payout cap to $75,000 (future claims). Digital Assets Licensing: Payward secured VASP registrations from the BVI Financial Services Commission, expanding regulated digital asset services for clients operating through the British Virgin Islands. Construction Watch: VIPD says an unlicensed St. Croix contractor allegedly pocketed $181K in a renovation scam, leaving work incomplete. Tourism & Shipping: Norwegian Cruise Line rolled out summer deals for close-to-home Caribbean sailings, while St. Thomas projected 1.25M passengers and 359 ship calls next season. Public Health: A new report says few sunscreens meet safety standards, urging shoppers to look for broad-spectrum SPF and proper reapplication.
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