AI in Politics: Media Narratives, Public Perceptions & The 2025 Election
AI is reshaping political discourse, from election campaigns to government services. As media coverage and social discussions evolve, political actors, media professionals, and government agencies must navigate an increasingly complex information landscape.
This report breaks down key trends in AI’s role in Australian and New Zealand politics, revealing:
Government efficiency vs. accountability tensions – While news highlights AI’s role in modernising government services, social media raises privacy and transparency concerns.
AI-driven political strategy & satire – Labor’s AI-generated video mocking Dutton’s nuclear plan blends satire with election messaging, with news taking a measured approach and audiences debating AI’s impact on public perception.
National security vs. economic transformation – Australia’s AI discussions focus on defence, cybersecurity, and misinformation risks, while New Zealand’s leaders highlight AI’s potential for economic growth and social welfare.
Loren is an experienced marketing professional who translates data and insights using Isentia solutions into trends and research, bringing clients closer to the benefits of audience intelligence. Loren thrives on introducing the groundbreaking ways in which data and insights can help a brand or organisation, enabling them to exceed their strategic objectives and goals.
AI is reshaping the beauty industry, forcing brands to navigate a delicate balance between innovation and authenticity. While AI-driven tools offer hyper-personalised experiences and new creative possibilities, they also raise concerns about unrealistic beauty standards, ethical transparency, and audience trust. Brands must carefully craft their messaging—lean too far into AI, and they risk alienating audiences who crave innovation but are increasingly wary of artificiality. The challenge lies in meeting audience demand for cutting-edge beauty solutions while maintaining credibility in an industry where authenticity is everything.
By analysing industry trends and online discussions, we uncover the shifts driving the next era of communications and visualisation, but through the lens of an industry that is one of the first to tackle AI intervention head-on.
Key insights include:
How AI is redefining beauty standards and personalisation
The ethical considerations shaping trust and brand decisions
The role of social media in amplifying AI beauty trends
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How AI is transforming beauty conversations & communication
Explore how journalism shapes trust, audience engagement, and media influence in Australia and New Zealand.
Journalism isn’t just a tool for informing audiences—it’s also a cornerstone of how media brands build trust, authority, and connection. In an era of media skepticism, the way news outlets leverage journalism to shape their brand identity has never been more important.
Our latest report delves into how leading Australian and New Zealand news brands like ABC, The Guardian Australia, and The Australian are navigating challenges of impartiality, civic engagement, and audience trust. By analysing millions of online conversations, we uncover what audiences expect from journalism today and how media organisations use their reporting to resonate with diverse demographics.
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The connection between journalism, audience trust, and brand perception
How top news brands align their reporting with societal expectations
Audience trends that shape news consumption and loyalty
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Explore how journalism shapes trust, audience engagement, and media influence in Australia and New Zealand.
When stories resonate with diverse audiences, they have the power to spread quickly and influence perceptions of brands, organizations, and individuals. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for managing reputations in today’s media landscape.
In our latest report, we explore the intersection of content, audience, and media influence to uncover what drives stories to not only erupt but endure. We look at case studies like PwC’s tax scandal and Reuters’ investigation into LVMH to illustrate how these stories evolve and persist across platforms.
Key insights include:
How stories evolve across different media channels
The top influencers shaping the spread of these narratives
The real impact on brands and institutions
How distinct audience segments engage with these stories
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Discover what drives news stories to travel, spread, and shape brand perception.
How the platform's popularity is exerting an impact on the news cycle
With vertical video formats revolutionising how journalism is created and consumed, comms teams must adapt their strategies when seeking media coverage.
Our latest report dives into millions of TikTok posts from journalists in the ANZ regions and beyond, exploring the profound impact this format has had on the evolution of journalism, from content choices to consumption habits.
Key Insights You'll Learn:
Why TikTok journalism has exploded in popularity and how it shapes public and media interest
The most influential journalists on the platform and the audiences they attract
How TikTok journalism is transforming 'hard news' coverage, including elections and global politics into something closer to news as entertainment
Government efficiency vs. accountability tensions – While news highlights AI’s role in modernising government services, social media raises privacy and transparency concerns.
