Media Roundup: Ten stands firm on Reynolds, CoStar resets Domain strategy, Voice actors demand AI labels, Influencers defend Uluru trip, and Chloe Malle set for Vogue
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Legal
Ten holds the line after Reynolds ruling
The Australian's Jack Nivison writes that Ten isn’t saying sorry to Linda Reynolds, despite the former minister’s courtroom win over Brittany Higgins.
The WA Supreme Court found that The Project interviews with Higgins, fronted by Lisa Wilkinson, falsely accused Reynolds of covering up a rape allegation.
But with appeals still in play, the network says it won’t be commenting further.
Companies
CoStar charts new course for Domain in Australia
CoStar boss Andy Florance isn’t wasting any time after sealing the $3 billion Domain deal.
According to John Buckley in Capital Brief, he’s flagged at least three new product launches in Australia within the next year, with the company’s flagship real estate intelligence platform tipped to be first out of the gate.
Domain formally shifted to CoStar ownership last week, ending months of deal-making.
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AI
Voice actors push Canberra on AI labelling
The debate over AI and its impact on creative work has landed in Canberra, with the Australian Association of Voice Actors pressing MPs and Senators for tougher rules.
Committee president Simon Kennedy, alongside Cecelia Ramsdale and Alistair Lee, is leading the charge for new laws requiring AI-generated content to be clearly labelled.
As Radio Today's Sarah Patterson writes their argument is simple: audiences should be told when a voice is human and when it’s a machine.
Social Media
Influencers defend Uluru brand trip content
A group of influencers has pushed back after copping heat over their social posts from a recent Uluru brand trip.
Bella Messina, Alyssa Jane, Jessica Thoday, Tyra Brooke, Ella Victoria and Lily April Rose were criticised for leaning into outfit checks and light-hearted TikToks rather than leading with Indigenous culture.
As Zara Powell details in The Daily Telegraph, the group says the trip was designed to be educational and that Indigenous consultation was part of the process.
Sports
Supercars signs record-breaking broadcast deals with Foxtel and Seven
Supercars has locked in a new round of broadcast agreements with Foxtel Group and Seven West Media, guaranteeing fans the most comprehensive coverage of the championship ever
The multi-year deals secure live, ad-break free racing on subscription platforms and free-to-air coverage of marquee events across Seven and 7plus.
Publishing
Chloe Malle tipped to take the reins at American Vogue
Anna Wintour is said to have tapped Chloe Malle as American Vogue’s new head of editorial content, elevating the longtime Vogue.com editor into one of fashion media’s most-watched seats.
Malle, 39, has been a key digital voice for the brand, shaping coverage and tone online.
According to Lauren Sherman in Puck, an announcement could land as early as tomorrow.
Television
Rival networks trade blows over AFL coverage
The AFL rumour mill has spilled into a network rivalry, with Nine’s chief footy reporter Tom Morris taking a swing at Seven’s Brian Taylor.
The flashpoint? Taylor’s live-on-air dismissal of reports linking Carlton star Charlie Curnow to a trade.
As James McKern reports on news.com.au, the entire saga ended with a fresh dose of argy-bargy between two of the country’s biggest broadcasters.
Film
Kpop film sends spicy noodle stock soaring
Samyang Foods has seen its shares hit record highs after its fiery instant noodles featured in Netflix hit Kpop Demon Hunters.
According to Ashley King in Digital Music News, the product went viral off the back of the film, sparking TikTok challenges and a fresh wave of demand.
As a result, Samyang shares jumped 7.3% on August 28, taking gains to more than 1600% over three years.
