AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoR&D Wake-Up Call: Malta’s R&D spending is among the lowest in the EU, with Eurostat figures showing just €73.70 per person in 2025 and a drop in R&D intensity to 0.17% of GDP—an urgent prompt for policymakers to treat research as core economic strategy. STEM Training Boost: Ta’ Qali Animal Hospital has been renovated with modern equipment to support MCAST veterinary practical training, linking local students with clinical experience and international collaboration. Autonomous Mobility in Gozo: Gozo’s first autonomous bus has entered public testing in San Lawrenz and Gharb, with a safety operator onboard and data collection via the University of Malta to shape future transport solutions. Digital Logistics Upgrade: Delta Cargo added capacity on CargoAi’s booking platform, expanding digital freight access across 15 markets including Malta, with support for lithium battery shipments. Cybersecurity Showcase: ESET will bring AI-native cybersecurity updates to LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting advanced XDR and threat detection for government and enterprise. Biodiversity Tech Wrap-Up: The MAMBO project concludes after developing AI, remote sensing, LiDAR, drones and bioacoustics tools for large-scale biodiversity monitoring, including Malta sites.
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