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Disney CEO Bob Iger says company to crack down on password sharing starting June

When rival platform Netflix cracked down on password sharing, it gained nearly 22 million subscribers as a result, in the second half of 2023. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

The move is a step forward in the company’s plans to increase subscriber counts and make the streaming business profitable.

Paytm’s Vijay Shekhar Sharma backed Pai Platforms launches ‘PaiPai’ ONDC app

This is the first time the company has launched a campaign of this scale after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) crackdown, in January.

The launch of the app comes two months after Paytm E-commerce Private Limited rebranded as Pai Platforms and acquired ONDC seller-side platform, Bitsila.

iProspect appoints Garima Bijlani as managing partner – North

At Isobar, as the associate vice president, Garima Bijlani headed the media business and strategy for Isobar North & East, and was responsible for P&L.

Previously, Garima Bijlani was partner digital at Neo Media World.

What did ZEE’s Punit Misra say in his resignation letter?

Punit Misra oversees content for both the TV network of ZEE as well as its digital offering ZEE5, both domestically and globally. He also manages ZEEL’s international business spanning 190 countries.

Punit Misra is all set for the next phase of his professional journey, he said in the letter.

Lionsgate Play partners with Smart Communications for affordable binge-watch deal

“Our alliance with Dhiraagu in Maldives has further solidified our footprint in South Asia, fostering a deeper connection with the diverse audience in the Maldivian market. This collaboration is poised to offer the nation’s viewers seamless access to Lionsgate Play’s premium content, taking a step ahead towards enriching the entertainment experiences of our audience. As we continue our quest of bringing global entertainment closer, this moment marks an important milestone in our journey and we look forward to the exciting chapters ahead,” stated Rohit Jain, President, Lionsgate Play, Asia. (Image source: Unsplash)

Starting today, all Smart Prepaid and Smart Postpaid subscribers in the Philippines may enjoy affordable premium streaming subscriptions as they dive into Lionsgate Play’s expansive library of blockbuster franchises and innovative original series.

HUL likely to spin-off ice-cream business into separate unit following Unilever

The board formed a committee of independent directors to explore various alternatives for the ice cream business and provide recommendations. These recommendations will be reviewed by both the Audit Committee and the Board.

For HUL in India, the ice-cream business accounts for Rs. 2000 crore or around 3 percent of total sales. It includes popular brands like Magnum and Kwality Wall’s.

The Power of Problems

Indian studios and large developers would do well to start measuring their own carbon footprints, while simultaneously funding products, projects and initiatives that help the environment. (Image source: Unsplash)

Perception shapes the world and how we view it. More than reality, it is how we perceive it that truly matters, writes Skandaram Vasudevan.

Government considers new AI legislation to safeguard news publishers’ rights

Publishers across board and the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) has been in constant dialogue with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to push for introducing changes in the amendment to existing IT rules. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav proposes balanced approach for security and equity in AI legislation, consultations are underway.

Elon Musk’s X hires ex Publicis Media exec in a bid to restructure ad business

Existing X employee Kylie McRoberts, who has been with X for four years, has been made the head of safety.

The platform has hired Yale Cohen as the new head of brand safety and advertiser solutions. Cohen was previously the EVP for global digital standards at Publicis Media.

Kalyan Jewellers records 34 percent revenue growth in Q4 FY2024; plans to launch 130 showrooms in India in FY 2025

Its digital-first jewellery platform, Candere, recorded a revenue growth of approximately 30% during the recently concluded quarter as compared to the same period during the last year. It launched 12 Candere showrooms during Q2 FY 2025. (Image source: Kalyan Jewellers)(Image source: Kalyan Jewellers)

In Q4 FY2024, Kalyan Jewellers recorded consolidated revenue growth of approximately 34% when compared to the same period in the previous financial year.