AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEuropean IP Boost: Moldova became the 40th member of the European Patent Organisation, meaning European patent applications will automatically include Moldova from 1 June—an upgrade for local innovators working through AGEPI. AI Skills for Moldova: Technical University of Moldova rector Viorel Bostan says AI won’t replace well-trained specialists; firms still need fundamentals and critical thinking, not just quick tool use. Innovation Showcase: AGEPI promoted Moldova at EUROINVENT and invited researchers to INFOINVENT 2027, highlighting the country’s growing pipeline of inventions. Banking Tech & Oversight: Moldova hosted the BSCEE conference on banking supervision, with a focus on using advanced tech and AI for risk monitoring, plus tighter controls for sanctions and money laundering. Health Tech (Global): Tune Therapeutics reported first clinical proof of epigenetic silencing for chronic hepatitis B (TUNE-401) at EASL 2026. Cybercrime Warning: Ukrainian police describe AI-assisted phone scams using diplofake and malware; Moldova is urged to expect similar tactics. Regional Security Spillover: Romania’s Galati drone strike tied to Russian Geran-2 drones is driving calls for stronger anti-drone radars and air defenses on NATO’s eastern flank.
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