Author: Indrani Bose

Amitt Sharma launches AI-driven platform Xuno for advertisers on e-commerce

In November 2023, Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the government would begin drafting regulations specifically to address deepfakes.

A recent survey reveals that e-commerce players are losing 28 percent profit at every transaction as they fail to monetize on the peak attention moments in the buying journey.

WinZo announces selection of 18 gaming startups to represent India at Gamescom, Latam

In addition to the basic rate of 30 percent, a health and education cess at the rate of 4 percent of the amount of tax is levied. Thus the effective tax rate on lottery winnings comes up to 31.2 percent. (Image sourced via Unsplash)

The selected games cover a broad spectrum of genres, from cultural and historical narratives like “Tanhaji – The Maratha Warrior” and “Chola Empire,” to diverse categories, including cricket, mythology, puzzles, racing, physics-based challenges, and chess.

Weathering the storm – Survival strategies for startups in a cooling investment climate

The golden age of easy capital is over. In this new funding winter, missteps carry a heavy price tag, says Dr. Somdutta Singh, First-Generation Serial Entrepreneur, Founder & CEO Assiduus Global Inc., LP Angel Investor and Ex-Member Niti Aayog.

A purpose-driven company with a strong culture will attract and retain top talent, even when purse strings tighten, says Dr. Somdutta Singh, First-Generation Serial Entrepreneur, Founder & CEO Assiduus Global Inc., LP Angel Investor and Ex-Member Niti Aayog.

Tinder unveils its first queer dating starter pack in India

To support queer newbies to be their most authentic selves on their dating journeys, Tinder's Queer Dating Starter Pack, curated by Gaysi Family with insights from The QKnit, offers practical advice based on real-life experiences of the queer community.

Building on the LetsTalkGender.in guide and glossary launched by Tinder in 2022, the new checklist is integrated into this resource to be a trusted companion, providing quick check-ins as they navigate their dating firsts on Tinder!

HiveMinds appoints Pradeep Saluja as chief operating officer

Pradeep Saluja has held senior positions in several leading firms, from one of the founding members of the India business at Encore Capital Group to leading firms where he has delivered sustainable growth for clients worldwide.

Pradeep Saluja is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience leading business strategy, operations management, and consulting across multiple industries.

Lava International appoints Rajesh Sethi as Group CFO

In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing Lava’s financial operations, enhancing financial systems and processes, and steering the company’s fiscal strategies to support its growth plans.

An expert in finance with leadership roles at prominent organisations like Bharti Airtel, Telenor Group, Essar Group, Sethi has previously worked with Lava Int’l between 2010-2014 as the CFO.

Indians want govts, tech companies to collaborate to protect election integrity: Adobe Report

The proposed overhaul of these laws comes amid a surge in applications from non-governmental organizations, trade bodies, and private firms seeking permission to use terms like “India,” “Commission,” “Corporation,” and “Bureau” in their names.

Amidst a climate of eroding trust in digital content, Indians are concerned about protecting election integrity.

SC slams BJP ‘disparaging ads’ against TMC, refuses to interfere with HC order

In 2024, Glance recorded billions of impressions globally, with sports (252 billion glances), entertainment (146 billion), and travel & lifestyle (99 billion) leading user interest. (Image source: Moneycontrol)(Image source: Moneycontrol)

While hearing BJP’s appeal against the HC order restraining the party from publishing “derogatory or slanderous” ads targeting the opposition party TMC, SC refused to interfere and added, “the ads were prima facie disparaging.”