AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPress Freedom: An Egyptian court postponed Mada Masr editor Lina Attalah’s retrial until 18 November as her defence seeks a new judge. She faces a year in prison; a separate ruling fined her EGP 3 million and ordered the independent outlet shut. The UN has warned of widening attacks on press freedom. Advertising: UAE-based Space42 introduced advertising-funded Wi-Fi hotspots for partners in South Africa, opening a new route to reach audiences. Media Monitoring: Türkiye’s media watchdog is preparing an AI system to monitor more than 800 channels, raising questions about how the technology will shape oversight. Publishing: Sharjah’s Kalimat Group and Sharjah Asset Management will produce a bilingual book on Souq Al Jubail, planned for release at next year’s Sharjah International Book Fair.
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