AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPlatform Accountability: The European Commission has issued preliminary findings accusing Meta of breaching the Digital Services Act by failing to curb risks from Facebook and Instagram design features like infinite scrolling, autoplay, Reels/Stories and personalised recommendations, with potential fines up to 6% of global revenue. Child Safety Online: Ursula von der Leyen says the EU will propose limits on children’s social media access, pointing to “phased and gradual” rules (no screens for toddlers; supervised use for 3-12; safer “autonomous” use for 13-18) after an expert panel’s recommendations. UK Ad Fraud Crackdown: Ofcom drafts new rules that would force platforms to stop scam adverts, with fines up to £18m or 10% of global revenue, plus tighter advertiser checks and reporting channels for law enforcement. Heat & Wildfires: Spain’s deadly wildfire crisis continues as firefighters battle blazes in Andalusia amid extreme heat; evacuations are easing and the death toll is reported at 13. MarCom & Media Tech: Rakuten TV and Sony Pictures Entertainment expand FAST channels across Europe, while Leyard Europe delivers rapid-turnaround LED retail displays for Munich Airport. Sports Marketing: FIFA president Gianni Infantino hints the World Cup could expand again to 64 teams after the 48-team format’s success.
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