AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAd-Tech and Privacy: Citizen Lab says Israeli firms Discover Tech and Candiru used online ads to install spyware on 45 Al Jazeera devices in 2024 and 2025. IAB Europe suspended Discover Tech, while Google said it confirmed the firm’s involvement. Agency News: Publicis Groupe Africa won Regional Agency Group of the Year at the Loeries for the third year running. Middle East agencies Saatchi & Saatchi, Publicis and Leo were among the network’s recognized teams. Media Partnerships: Korea’s CJ ENM and MBC Group have struck a long-term deal to bring more Korean entertainment to the Middle East and North Africa. Media City Qatar says it has completed two drama series and is developing more than 30 creative projects. Industry Events: Riyadh will host the Saudi Media Forum from February 1–3, 2027; WPP Media’s NextM event is set for November. Press Freedom: Turkish authorities’ seizure of opposition broadcaster Halk TV has drawn condemnation from press groups, which are demanding the move be reversed.
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