AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAI for Main Street: Anthropic’s new Claude Duet agent is aimed at professionals and small businesses, with tools for tasks like scheduling, financial forecasts and web development. It’s currently available by waitlist to U.S. Pro and Max subscribers. Disaster Readiness: Pasadena businesses can apply by Nov. 15 for $5,000 grants to reduce future disaster risks; applicants must first complete a short online preparedness course. SBA Support: The SBA has awarded $7 million to nine Regional Innovation Clusters focused on areas including advanced manufacturing, defense and biotech, offering support for small firms developing new technologies. Business Stress: A Newpoint Advisors report says small-business bankruptcies rose 46%, with financial strain especially high in construction, healthcare and manufacturing. Storm Relief: Indiana residents affected by recent storms have until Oct. 25 to apply for FEMA aid and SBA disaster loans, with in-person help available in eight counties.
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