AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCybersecurity & Finance: ThreatFabric reports a new Android malware family, Manic, targeting 169 apps and stealing banking PINs while also spying and taking remote control—its focus includes Ukraine and also banks/eID apps across Central Europe including Slovakia. Energy & Grid Resilience: Europe’s electricity system is under strain as persistent heat and record-low rivers cut generation and stress demand; the EU energy commissioner warns the situation could stay tense for weeks. Construction Watch: Eurostat data show eurozone construction output fell sharply in June, with Slovakia down 4.6% month-on-month while Romania rose 4.9%—a mixed signal for regional building activity. Circular Economy Deal: French recycler Paprec is buying a majority stake in Austria’s Brantner Green Solutions, expanding into Slovakia and other CEE markets. Power Storage: Czechia’s largest battery energy storage plant entered commercial operation at Lipnice (57MW/120MWh), developed with Slovak partner EIF. Agriculture & Food Processing: Slovakia’s sugar sector is adjusting after one refinery closure; growers shifted to Sereď, but drought and low sugar prices keep yields and profitability under pressure. Industrial Compliance: Planar filed suit against Neoti over claims about product origin and TAA status, citing its Slovakia manufacturing investment.
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