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Google India’s year in search 2024: A kaleidoscope of curiosity
From blockbuster entertainment and sports fervour to practical inquiries and cultural moments, Google’s Year in Search reveals a nation eager to explore, learn, and engage with the world.
Glance launches AI-powered Glance TV in partnership with Airtel
With content sourced from top publishers, Glance TV delivers live updates and trending stories in a variety of categories, including sports, business, technology, and automobiles, on static screens.
EU regulators probe Google’s secret ad partnership with Meta over minors’ privacy concerns
Google and Meta face scrutiny over a covert ad deal that bypassed rules for protecting underage users in online advertising.
Rupert Murdoch’s bid to consolidate control of media empire denied by Nevada Court
A court ruling blocks the media mogul’s efforts to amend his family trust in favour of his son Lachlan, citing bad faith in the proposed changes.
Three global bidders enter the fray for Haldiram following Alpha Wave’s $1.5 bn-plus offer
Alpha Wave joins Blackstone- and Bain-led consortiums in race for 15-20% stake; potential $1.3-$2.2 billion deal would be among India’s largest private-equity transactions.
Starbucks empty promises of recycling? US investigation reveals the truth
A recent probe reveals that most plastic cups from Starbucks, despite eco-friendly claims, aren’t being recycled—but rather incinerated, sent to landfills, or processed at waste transfer stations.
Mondelez International eyes US chocolate maker Hershey in potential $50 billion deal
The move would create a food powerhouse with a combined revenue of nearly $50 billion, consolidating Mondelez’s diverse portfolio with Hershey’s iconic chocolate and candy brands.
Gen Z leads consumer spending in India’s youthful market: Dentsu-PhonePe Report
India’s demographic diversity is reshaping the consumer landscape, with Gen Z driving trends in food, beverages, and retail, while Gen X focuses on financial services, healthcare, and agriculture, according to a new report by Dentsu and PhonePe.
Perplexity AI expands publisher partnerships, offers ad revenue to media brands
The growing network includes partners from the UK, Japan, Spain, and Latin America, enhancing global reach and content diversity.