AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMobile Ad Controls: Samsung is reportedly testing a new Galaxy feature that can automatically block apps that spam users with excessive ad notifications, with options to fully block or manage alerts in One UI. Gambling Reform Pressure: Australia’s Albanese government has finally responded to the 2023 Murphy report on online gambling harms—after a long delay—while New Zealand’s new online casino law kicks in, raising fears that “regulation” could still expand exposure. AI Ads Go Measurable: BIScience’s AdClarity now tracks ChatGPT ads across 52 markets, with reported coverage of 1,000+ advertisers and billions of impressions. Platform Monetization Moves: TikTok launches a £3.99 UK ad-free subscription for 18+ users, while Zeno Media adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support to bring global radio into car dashboards. Media M&A: Salem Media agrees to be taken private by WaterStone in a deal framed as a long-term steward for Christian and conservative radio.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.