Author: Sakina Kheriwala

Former WPP deal-maker Lance Maerov joins Canaccord Genuity as it expands M&A practice

Lance Maerov, who departed WPP in December after more than two decades with the company, will join Canaccord Genuity's technology, media, marketing, and information M&A practice. (Image source: LinkedIn)

The Canadian investment bank is bolstering its advertising and media mergers and acquisitions team, signalling a potential uptick in agency sector deal-making.

Delhi metro cancer awareness ad sparks outrage for referring to breasts as ‘oranges’

The poster, part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, features AI-generated women holding oranges with the caption urging women to "check your oranges once a month" for early detection of lumps.

YouWeCan Foundation’s campaign faces backlash for its choice of language, raising concerns about sensitivity in breast cancer awareness messaging.

5 founders championing mental health: Conversations and strategic investments

74 percent of experienced entrepreneurs (6+ years) report high wellness, compared to just 57 percent of early-stage founders (Unsplash)

As mental health awareness continues to grow, several Indian founders are not only sharing their personal journeys but also backing ventures in the mental wellness space. Here’s a look at the key industry leaders aiming to improve mental health and wellness.

Deep fear about AI: Sunil Mittal’s voice cloned to scam an exec in Dubai

Sunil Mittal advocated for the implementation of robust safeguards to prevent these technologies from being exploited for fraudulent purposes, particularly in high-stakes situations like financial transactions. (Image source: Forbes India)

Sunil Bharti Mittal warns of AI’s potential risks while acknowledging its transformative power.