Opinion trading apps, games now under MeitY’s scanner

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) published a report on 'AI Governance Guidelines Development' for public consultation on January 6, 2025.

Globally, in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, opinion trading apps and websites are classified as wagering platforms and are regulated.

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.

Donald Trump announces $500 bn Stargate Project to strengthen U.S. leadership in AI

The Stargate Project is backed by a coalition of powerhouse companies, including SoftBank, OpenAI, Oracle, and MGX. (Image: OpenAI)

Aiming to invest $500 billion over four year, the Stargate Project JV will enhance AI infrastructure, create jobs, and boost economic growth while reinforcing national security. It is backed by a coalition of powerhouse companies, including SoftBank, OpenAI, Oracle, and MGX.