AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBroadcast Deal: Sky has agreed to buy ITV’s broadcasting and streaming business for £1.6bn, aiming to build Britain’s biggest commercial broadcaster while keeping ITV News and Sky News as separate editorial voices. Media & Society: In Malaysia, debate around its Online Safety Act is intensifying ahead of state elections, with research suggesting users share posts for reach and engagement more than source reliability. Youth, Mental Health & War: Iran’s crackdown and war-linked economic strain are driving a rising mental health toll, with people describing stress, unemployment and empty pockets. Social Media & Kids: Bhutan’s education officials are revisiting school bullying after viral clips, stressing shared responsibility across families, schools and communities. Representation: Syrian women activists say representation is more than numbers as the country’s new People’s Assembly takes shape. Public Trust & Journalism: Uganda’s Daily Monitor reopening talks face scrutiny over whether security influence could undermine editorial independence. Tech, Work & Platforms: Meta and partners are cutting AI-related moderation jobs in Ireland, highlighting how AI shifts are reshaping media-adjacent work. Crime Perception: South Africa’s “crime paradox” explores why better stats can still worsen public fear.
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