AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBusiness Finance & Data: Qonto launched “Qonto Insights,” a free-to-all data storytelling platform updated monthly, using anonymized SME transaction data from France, Germany, Italy and Spain to track cash-flow pressure, payment delays, AI adoption and expansion signals. Investing & Fintech: Spiko raised a $90M Series B led by NEA to expand “yield universal” tokenized cash funds, bringing total funding to $120M. Energy & Buildings: IMI agreed to buy Italy’s iSMA Controlli for €63m, aiming to boost smart-connected building automation; iSMA is forecast at ~€40m revenue and €4.5m operating profit in 2026. Consumer Travel Rules: UK authorities warned travellers not to “smuggle” food in luggage from the EU, with fines up to £5,000 for banned items like meat and dairy, including sandwiches and cheese. Food & Packaging (Italy-linked): Amcor and Paolo Araldo will co-exhibit at SIMEI 2026 in Milan, showcasing screwcaps and capsules for still and sparkling wine. Consumer Education: An EU Parliament event in Brussels (Oct 14) will focus on building consumer literacy in school curricula for minors’ online rights.
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