AGP Executive Report
Last update: 23 minutes agoWorld Cup Group D: Australia and Paraguay meet in the Group D finale tonight, with second place and a knockout spot on the line after both sides beat Türkiye and lost to the USA; Australia can advance with a win or draw, while Paraguay advances with a win. Social media crackdown: Albanese says Australia is considering stronger measures to enforce the under-16 social media ban, as new research finds most teens are still using platforms and age checks are often bypassed. AI + finance security: APRA is running roundtables with ASIC and ASIS to boost resilience against AI cyber threats, warning governance hasn’t kept up with fast adoption. Connectivity upgrade: Subco’s SMAP subsea cable is now in service, linking Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth with a major capacity boost. Energy + climate: Australia is backing global standards for data centres via the Global Urban Data Centers Pact, aiming to cut AI infrastructure’s environmental footprint. Economy: ABS data shows CPI easing to 4% in May, with underlying pressures still present. Sport (women’s T20): Ellyse Perry’s 71 powers Australia’s 113-run win over Pakistan, keeping them on track in the Women’s T20 World Cup.
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