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AI & Cybersecurity: Researchers say the Carbonato botnet targets exposed Docker daemons on port 2375, then deploys the open-source Hermes Agent via Telegram commands to steal credentials and maintain persistence—an example of how “AI agents” are being weaponized through insecure server setups. Costa Rica AI Adoption: A Microsoft report finds Costa Rica leads Latin America in generative AI use, with 29.7% of working-age people using AI tools (about 3 in 10). Health Tech & Policy: Costa Rica will require a yellow fever vaccination certificate starting Oct. 1 for travelers to eight higher-risk destinations, with exemptions and a 10-day pre-travel vaccination rule. Biodiversity & Research: A UCR-led study estimates Costa Rica could host more than 40,000 fungal species, far above the roughly 6,789 currently documented. Medtech Exports: Medical devices made up 46% of Costa Rica’s goods exports (US$7.29B) through August, underscoring the country’s shift toward advanced manufacturing. Digital Sovereignty: A new private coalition unveiled an 808-provision framework law proposal for AI, blockchain, digital assets, and personal data control in Costa Rica. Local Tech Innovation: The Flow platform, built by Costa Rican developers, summarizes new medical research for doctors by specialty to cut information overload. Business & Industry: Cartago’s La Lima Free Zone Park highlights US$1.186B in investment and a life-sciences/advanced manufacturing push.

Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.

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