AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAntitrust/Media: Nevada and 11 other states joined California in suing to block Paramount’s $110B Warner Bros. Discovery takeover, arguing it would “extinguish competition” and drive up prices for movies and basic cable; the coalition also asked a judge to pause the deal while the case plays out, after the companies declined to wait for court review. Sports Business (Vegas): Walker Kessler says he’s medically cleared after shoulder surgery and is ready to run with the Lakers, while NBA expansion talk keeps dragging on as owners meet during Summer League in Las Vegas. Energy/Water: With Lake Mead at 27% full and Lake Powell at 23%, Arizona, California and Nevada are pushing short-term Colorado River conservation plans aimed at stabilizing supplies through 2028. Tech/Infrastructure: A new report says U.S. logistics activity expanded in June, with supply chain growth driven by inventory buildup ahead of back-to-school and holiday demand. Gaming/Dealmaking: SCCG Management launched SCCG Brazil, adding a Brazil-focused division led by gaming veteran Thomas Carvalhaes to support regulated gaming and iGaming market entry. Robotics/Automation: Automate 2026 set attendance records as demand for robotics, AI and automation continues to surge.
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