AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCBS News Shake-Up: Scott Pelley was fired from “60 Minutes” after a leadership dispute, with reports of sharp criticism of new management and concerns about the show’s direction. War on Your Phone: A new look at how social media turns conflict into constant viewing—and what that does to attention, empathy, and action. Middle East Escalation: Iran-linked attacks hit Kuwait’s airport, with Kuwait suspending flights as casualties mount and the U.S.-Iran exchange of strikes continues to strain a fragile ceasefire. UK Media & AI: The UK competition watchdog says publishers can opt out of Google’s AI search summaries, aiming to restore bargaining power as click-through drops. Digital TV Shift: Freely in the UK has topped one million users and is projected to overtake Freeview, reshaping the free-to-air market. Media Policy & Safety: Police in New Jersey restricted which journalists can cover ICE protests, reigniting debate over press access and “verified” credentials. Sports/Tech Crossover: Mastercard expanded 24/7 stablecoin settlement support including Ripple’s RLUSD across major chains, signaling more real-world crypto payments. Local Security: Gunmen kidnapped a former power minister’s sister and her twin sons in Ibadan, adding to Nigeria’s kidnapping fears.
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