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Netflix and Prime Video dominate Hindi content, while Disney+ Hotstar shines in regional languages

Netflix ruled the OTT space as Squid Game 2 became the most watched show

Among international originals, Netflix’s Squid Game Season 2 emerged as a powerhouse, becoming India’s most-watched international original of all time.

By 2030, digital economy to fuel 20% of India’s national income: MeitY

In 2022-23, the digital economy accounted for 14.67 million workers, or 2.55% of India’s estimated work force, according to MeitY.

India’s digital economy is expected to grow almost twice as fast as the overall economy, and is expected to contribute one-fifth of GDP by 2030, says the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in its latest report.

Not within Indian court jurisdiction to hear copyright case by ANI: OpenAI

The findings have sparked further conversation around the psychological effects of AI chatbots, particularly those designed with an emphasis on virtual companionship.

The Microsoft-backed AI company has told an Indian court that it was not within the jurisdiction of Indian courts to hear a copyright breach case brought by local news agency ANI as OpenAI had no presence in the country.

DPDP Rules: India’s new data protection rules will set global standards, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Highlighting the sector's growth, Vaishnaw noted that the media and entertainment (M&E) industry expanded by over 8% in 2023, with 70% of this growth attributed to new media.

Ashwini Vaishnaw argues that India’s Digital Personal Data Protection framework offers a flexible, innovation-friendly alternative to the EU’s GDPR, with global implications for data governance.

WEF 2025, Davos: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlines ambitious plans for AI and semiconductor self-reliance

At WEF 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlines plans for AI and semiconductor self-reliance, including homegrown chips and AI talent development.

YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video smash records in Dec 2024, fueled by Christmas holiday, football

Older viewers tend to watch a lot more total TV than their younger counterparts, so the 75% U.S. viewers 65+ spend with linear TV adds up to a lot more hours. There is a similar trend in Thailand with all media types having greater total reach with older audiences than younger generations.

According to Nielsen’s The Gauge report, Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays remained the key drivers, contributing a 4 percent rise in overall time spent watching television compared with November 2024.