AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedia & Politics: The Philippines’ House passed a bill barring kids 13 and under from creating social media accounts, with tighter rules for under-18s, as lawmakers cite online-fueled violence concerns. Press Freedom: A Philippine journalists’ group defended reporters covering VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment, calling out “veiled threats” from her camp. Courtroom Spying Case: In the UK, an alleged Iranian spy ring trial heard suspects used ChatGPT to research journalists and planned “serious violence,” including a reported £150,000 plan to “finish off” a target. Global Media Business: Paramount completed its Warner Bros. Discovery takeover, forming Skydance with CNN and CBS News under one roof, while CBS News leadership says major changes won’t happen immediately. Social Platforms & Age Checks: The UK is moving toward “highly effective age assurance” for under-16s on major platforms, potentially involving identity or biometric checks. Local Journalism Under Pressure: A Washington state proposal to tax tech giants for local news support is being debated, with critics warning against weakening safeguards. Consumer/Brand Watch: PepsiCo recalled 122,000+ cases of Gatorade over undeclared synthetic dyes. Entertainment/Community: Finland’s “Festival of Nature Listening” is set to turn a national park’s wetlands into a quiet, guided-by-sound experience.
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