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CCI raids on media cartel: A week later, Ad agencies still in the dark

Interestingly, in the wake of the advisory, multiple senior agency CEOs were notably absent from a major industry event last week.

In the ongoing probe of alleged media cartelization, multiple sources claimed that Dentsu filed leniency petition with the CCI leading to uncovering the matter.

Heavy ChatGPT use linked to increased loneliness and emotional dependence: OpenAI study

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

A joint study by OpenAI and MIT Media Lab highlights the emotional risks of forming bonds with AI chatbots.

India’s ITeS job market set to grow by 20% in 2025, driven by AI and Cybersecurity

Skill-based hiring is expected to take priority over diversity hiring, as companies focus on deep tech and AI expertise.

Java professionals have seen their salaries increase fivefold from entry-level to over ten years of experience.

Samay Raina faces Maharashtra Cyber Cell over ‘India’s Got Latent’ case after ignoring summons

According to reports, Raina apologised and expressed regret over his remarks during the programme.

Kunal Kamra summoned by Mumbai Police over remarks on Eknath Shinde

The comedian also said he is willing to cooperate with the police but questioned whether the law would be applied equally to those who resort to vandalism in response to a joke.

Kamra’s remarks about Eknath Shinde during his latest stand-up special triggered a political backlash.

Reddit becomes a big draw for brands, cornering 10% of digital ad spends

Reddit also gained notable traction in India, rising from 31.6 million in 2023 to 43.4 million in 2024, an indication of inreasing engagement with news, politics, and niche online communities. (Representative image by Brett Jordan via Unsplash)

An increasing number of brands are directing their advertising budgets to Reddit to reach its highly engaged user base. However, experts caution that Reddit users’ strong preference for anonymity often leads to boundary-pushing discussions, posing potential risks to brand reputation.

Samsung mourns loss of Co-CEO Han Jong-hee

A company spokesperson confirmed that Han died in hospital while receiving treatment. Samsung has not yet named a successor.

Last week, Han chaired Samsung’s shareholder meeting, where he and other executives faced tough questions about the company’s failure to capitalise on the AI market, which contributed to its weak stock performance.

Meta settles UK lawsuit, agrees to halt ad-tracking on plaintiff’s data

India remains Meta’s largest user base, with over one billion users across Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Messenger.

Tanya O’Carroll successfully secures a settlement with Meta, forcing the social media giant to stop using her data for targeted advertising.

Centre’s safe harbour framework ‘Sahyog’ becoming a censorship apparatus? Experts weigh in

"There is no official data publicly available on how many URLs or accounts have been blocked using 'Sahyog', and that very lack of disclosure reflects the process's opacity, " experts said. X has filed writ petition against the misuse of the portal. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

X’s petition before Karnataka HC raises concerns about MeitY’s ‘Sahyog’ portal, which is designed to enhance cooperation between government agencies and social media intermediaries. Experts argue that the portal’s lack of public consultation and legislative backing makes it constitutionally and procedurally problematic.

Parliamentary panel proposes unified media council to regulate digital, print, and broadcast content

The committee also suggested merging MIB, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Department of Telecommunications to address regulatory challenges arising from technological convergence.