Pope Francis death: Illegal betting firms wager on the next Pope

Pope Francis died from a stroke that led to a coma and irreversible heart failure, according to the official death certificate issued by the Vatican.

Numerous online betting portals, many operating illegally in India, have jumped on the bandwagon, encouraging users to place bets on the papal succession.

Google to remote staff: Return to office or risk losing your job

While Google says working from home wasn’t the main reason behind its recent job cuts, company co-founder Sergey Brin has been vocal about preferring people in the office.

The change comes as Google looks to cut costs while pouring more money into artificial intelligence.

Group of 67 French media companies sue Meta over business practices

Meta is set to stand trial in Spain this October over a €551 million lawsuit filed by more than 80 media companies, who allege it engaged in unfair advertising competition.

A group of 67 French media companies, including TF1 and France TV, is suing Meta over alleged illegal digital advertising practices. They accuse Meta of abusing its market dominance through massive personal data collection.

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Meta launches ‘Edits’ app to help creators make short videos with ease

Edits is a standalone video editing tool—not part of Instagram or Facebook—that comes packed with advanced features built especially for smartphones.

Edits is a standalone video editing tool—not part of Instagram or Facebook—that comes packed with advanced features built especially for smartphones.

Google’s grip loosens: Is AI the search disruptor?

The emergence of AI-driven alternatives such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and even Google’s own Gemini is ushering in a new era where traditional search is no longer the sole entry point to the web. (Photo: Unsplash)

Tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity are already changing how users navigate the web, challenging Google’s algorithmic dominance.

EXCLUSIVE: Karnataka govt to introduce whitelist for Real Money Gaming operators

If executed effectively, Karnataka’s move could set a precedent for other states, paving the way for a more structured and investment-friendly gaming industry across India.

The upcoming framework will also include provisions for age-gating, grievance redressal mechanisms, and player support systems—part of a broader “consumer-first” strategy aimed at curbing the influence of illegal betting and gambling services.

Meta’s big India play: Boosting media agencies with AI, Reels, and Messaging

The layoffs have hit Oculus Studios—the arm responsible for virtual and augmented reality gaming on Meta’s Quest headsets.

At the recent Meta Marketing Summit – Agency Edition, held in Mumbai and Gurgaon, more than 350 senior agency professionals gathered to explore the evolving digital landscape and its implications for the future of agency-client relationships.