medialiteracy

Our Annual Media Watchlist examines the media trends we’re watching in 2025, and the impact they’ll have on society, brands, and business:

In a bold move, Australia enacted a groundbreaking law prohibiting children under 16 from using social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. Set to take effect in late 2025, this law doesn’t just challenge Big Tech—it forces us to rethink how we view kids’ online activities.

“As Big Media sheds its news divisions, journalism stands at a crossroads. This could mark the start of a more vibrant, independent era for news—or the beginning of a fragmented and uneven media landscape. The outcome will depend on who steps in and whether the public is willing to support and demand the quality journalism it deserves.”