Category: How it Works

Net Neutrality: Telcos urge TRAI to ignore letter signed by Nithin Kamath, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, other startup founders

Majority of the broadcasters and the members of the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) oppose the TRAI's regulation requiring broadcasters to provide free channels on DD Free Dish to private distribution platform operators (DPOs).

COAI letter to TRAI claims that telecom companies are advocating for exempting start-ups, smaller OTT players from paying network usage fee to telcos.

19 percent switching to four-wheeler EV; 60 percent willing to spend up to Rs 15,000 on mobiles

Total mobile data traffic is estimated to grow threefold between the end of 2023 and end of 2029 - attributed to factors such as improved device capabilities, an increase in data intensive content and continued improvements in the performance of deployed networks. (Representative image by Mika Baumeister via Unsplash)

40 percent buyers are choosing two-wheelers, 36 percent are upgrading to a more advanced vehicle, and 24 percent are switching to an electric vehicle (EV).

Gaming firms may use grey area in GST law to challenge ‘retrospective’ taxation: Sources

According to Dua, while initial concerns remain regarding the regulations, cautious optimism is emerging. Data is being analyzed by officials to understand the impact on businesses and consumers. This, along with the Finance Minister's commitment to review, fuels hope for a potential revision that fosters continued industry growth.(Representative image via Unsplash)

Officials say the centre will leave it to the courts to decide whether the notices sent for the period prior to October 1 for 28 percent GST are valid or not.

SEBI’s Ananth Narayan G: We need investor education programs so people rely less on finfluencers, charlatans

Finfluencers will face a massive revenue drop as brand deals evaporate, as firms will no longer risk collaborations that could land them in non-compliance with SEBI’s circular, say experts. (Representative Image: Mark Duffel via Unsplash)

SEBI member Ananth Narayan G bats for risk education, awareness in mutual funds, says the industry needs to make retail investors understand what risk is.

34 percent rely on social media to research on beauty products: Report

Fourteen percent more males plan to buy perfumes this festive season than females. (Representative Image: dole777 via Unsplash)

As per #FestiveFeeling Report 2023, 28 percent are saying that they will buy from a brand they love and prefer, with 19 percent showing interest in buying directly from brand websites owing to more product choices, competitive pricing and trust.

Is Gen Z afraid of the impact of AI on jobs?

48 percent of Gen Z prioritise mental and emotional well-being. (Representative Image: Steve Johnson via Unsplash)

Gen Z is a digital-first generation who place a strong emphasis on holistic wellness. As defined by them, this wellness includes physical, mental as well as social well-being.