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Getty Images plans bankruptcy as AI shakes up stock photos
The visual content business plans debt restructure with the founding family and Koch set to take full private ownership.
By Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Strummingbird signs Hahn, McDonald’s and Ariat for 2026
- Australia’s Oasis moment? Powderfinger had the answer on a billboard
- Kim Cattrall steps into familiar PR shoes in Meltwater's global brand campaign
- The battle of the 'just': Powerade and Novig go head to head in Times Square
- Will The Block 2026 cast make money at auction? New property laws explained
- Pandora and ARN’s iHeart Ruby Australia partner to create original podcast, Charmed
- 'Cornell 7' merchandise is being sold emblazoned with "I am Jane Doe"
Latest Media
'I can’t believe you’re doing this’: Michael Usher's son grills Samantha Armytage on pair's past
An internship takes an awkward turn as Max quizzes Samantha Armytage about a reported dinner date with his newsreader dad, Michael.
by Natasha Lee – 22 hours ago
Will The Block 2026 cast make money at auction? New property laws explained
This is a major shift from previous seasons where the teams and their agents kept reserve prices secret.
by Lachlan Guertin – 20 hours ago
'Cornell 7' merchandise is being sold emblazoned with "I am Jane Doe"
“Are we surprised? Just crapitalism doing its thing.”
by Nama Winston – 22 hours ago
AFR article by MEAA head Michael Slezak potentially conflicts with ABC
Slezak, also an ABC journalist, now faces disciplinary action.
by Nama Winston – 23 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
Strummingbird signs Hahn, McDonald’s and Ariat for 2026
New partners will bring branded stages, food sampling and boot customisation to the country festival’s regional circuit.
by Natasha Lee – 53 minutes ago
Pandora and ARN’s iHeart Ruby Australia partner to create original podcast, Charmed
"Podcasting lets us show up in the spaces where our community already gathers and with ARN and iHeart Ruby’s expertise, we can't wait to see where it goes."
by Staff Writer – 19 hours ago
oOh!media extends GPT partnership across 16 shopping centres
Robbie Dery: "Our long-standing partnership with GPT is a powerful endorsement of the strength and scale of our retail offering."
by Alisha Buaya – 23 hours ago
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Maltesers and PEDESTRIAN.TV launch wedding series with Brittany Hockley
Brittany Hockley: "Bianca and James have such a genuine story, and you can really see their different personalities come through in the choices they’re making."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 12, 2026
Industry Movers
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Shaun Glover returns to Mamamia as Operations Director
The former commercial operations chief brings Cartology experience to the role overseeing the publisher's systems and teams.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 12, 2026
WPP appoints Tyler Turnbull as CEO of WPP Creative
Cindy Rose: “His appointment reflects our determination to bring together the very best of WPP for our clients."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 8, 2026
Mamamia signs Danielle Rigg-Smith as NSW Sales Director
Danielle joins Mamamia at a time of growth, as more brands look to be part of the conversations Australian women are having right now.
by Staff Writer – Oct 7, 2026
Disney+ to appoint new Australian commissioner
The streamer is boosting Australian originals spending as it plans to triple local-language production around the world.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 7, 2026
AI & Tech
AI is the top influence on senior marketing leaders' confidence, research finds
Jess Torstensson: "Confidence isn't about trusting AI more, it’s about knowing when to trust it, when to challenge it, and when to trust yourself."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 11, 2026
Nikon strips video competition winner of title over AI use
Scientists questioned the winning microscope video, prompting Nikon to investigate and review its competition procedures.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 11, 2026
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'Get undressed': Roblox knows the risks. Why aren’t children better protected?
A mother trusted the controls. The messages she found raise hard questions about child safety and regulatory action now.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 11, 2026
PORNHUB IS BACK, BABY!... but only for Apple users
Adults face a new entry requirement as the site reopens, with device-level checks at the centre of its return to Australia.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 7, 2026
Newsfeed
Strummingbird signs Hahn, McDonald’s and Ariat for 2026
New partners will bring branded stages, food sampling and boot customisation to the country festival’s regional circuit.
by Natasha Lee – 53 minutes ago
Getty Images plans bankruptcy as AI shakes up stock photos
The visual content business plans debt restructure with the founding family and Koch set to take full private ownership.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Australia’s Oasis moment? Powderfinger had the answer on a billboard
Cryptic billboards, a silent band and national FOMO: oOh!media’s Adrian Pedic on how Out of Home built a reunion reveal.
by Adrian Pedic – 1 hour ago
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Howatson+Company and Petbarn launch branded entertainment approach
Kate Blythe: "Brands that attract loyalty participate in culture, rather than interrupt it. We have a loved brand, and deeply recognisable characters."
by Alisha Buaya – 16 hours ago
OOH revenue up 8.78% in Q3 to $376 million
Elizabeth McIntyre: "The growth over the past three months reflects strong momentum that has been the hallmark of our industry’s performance in 2026 so far."
by Alisha Buaya – 16 hours ago
Kim Cattrall steps into familiar PR shoes in Meltwater's global brand campaign
Jenny Force: "[Cattrall's] iconic roles taught a generation about reputation and relevance, and with this campaign, she is stepping into the role of executive and driving impact in those areas in the age of AI."
by Alisha Buaya – 17 hours ago
The battle of the 'just': Powerade and Novig go head to head in Times Square
Powerade's new campaign “never just sports” is a clear swipe at Novig's viral ads that feature a practically nude Sydney Sweeney.
by Alisha Buaya – 17 hours ago
Pandora and ARN’s iHeart Ruby Australia partner to create original podcast, Charmed
"Podcasting lets us show up in the spaces where our community already gathers and with ARN and iHeart Ruby’s expertise, we can't wait to see where it goes."
by Staff Writer – 19 hours ago
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