AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoState Advertising Watch: South Australia’s government advertising spend hit a record $48.6m in 2025-26, up nearly 15%, with critics calling parts “self-congratulatory” and pointing to controversial campaigns like the $2.2m harmful algal bloom push and “Building a Bigger Health System” messaging. Digital Safety & Privacy: A NZDF Strava investigation found fitness app data can map service members’ movements across multiple countries, raising “pattern of life” concerns. Scam Alert: Jobseekers are being targeted on LinkedIn with fake recruiter profiles and paid “resume help” offers, with the ACCC citing 138 scam reports in two months and losses up to $254k. Media & Marketing Ethics: A Four Corners investigation alleges Veteran Benefits Australia used social media “freebies” to funnel veterans into taxpayer-funded care, turning DVA details into sales leads. Consumer Tech Pricing: Apple One Family and Premier subscriptions rose in multiple European markets, continuing Apple’s services revenue push. Sports & Attention: Daniil Medvedev was disqualified at the China Open after striking a spectator with a ball.
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