AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPublishing & Books: A New Zealand reading ambassador warns the country’s book ecosystem is on a “knife-edge,” citing fragile publishing, weak reviewing culture, and uncertainty over who will become the next generation of festival audiences and buyers. Print Industry: A report on print security says 67% of organizations in major markets saw print-related data loss in the past year, with rising breach costs and AI-linked threats pushing firms to treat print infrastructure as part of enterprise security. Book Market & AI: Multiple reports highlight how AI is driving demand for training data at the expense of rare books, fueling preservation debates and fears of mass pulping. Community Newspapers: Winnipeg’s Community Review is shutting down, ending free delivery for 200,000 households and affecting hundreds of workers—another sign of pressure on local print. Book Retail Culture: A Seoul bookstore’s staff reading club shows how small, staff-led community rituals can keep bookstores relevant. Media Policy: Canada Post rate and service debates continue as community publishers argue for fair terms to keep local news alive.
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