AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoProduct Safety Recall: Amazon is pulling more than 3,000 hair dryer brushes after reports of shock, burns and even fires, citing missing protection that can cause electrocution if the brush falls into water while plugged in. Consumer Protection & Scams: The BBB is warning about “zombie debt” calls—collectors chasing money for debts people thought were paid, written off, or never owed—while a separate investigation shows how AI can generate convincing fake rental listings to steal deposits. Data Privacy: Revolut says a “sophisticated external impersonation scam” tied to a real government email domain led to a customer data breach, with identity and transaction details reportedly exposed. Food & Health: Abbott agreed to pay $384M+ to settle False Claims Act allegations tied to powder infant formula and nutritional therapy products; and Centric Compounding recalled certain wellness injectables after elevated endotoxins triggered serious reaction risks. Retail & Consumer Markets: India’s retail inflation rose to 4.82% in August (food up 5.95%), while Chattanooga drivers saw gas average climb to $3.88/gal and diesel hit $6.06 nationally. New Products: FREEHILL expanded its Amazon winter line with heated merino socks, rechargeable ski gloves and a multi-zone heated vest. Energy Pricing: Orlando Utilities Commission rolled out “DemandLevel,” adding a peak-demand charge while reducing consumption rates.
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