Tag: Digital

DPDP Act draft rules expected within two weeks; transition period likely to be restricted to 6 months

Digital companies have been lobbying for a transition period of 18-24 months at least to fully comply with the DPDP Act, because of the technological complexities and lack of clarity. (Representational image only. Image: lianhao-qu via Unsplash)

Contrary to the expectations of telcos and tech companies, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 draft rules likely to have a transition period of only around 6-8 months.

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Google: Knowledge sets you free or deeper to monopoly?

The EU's General Court said it was throwing out the 2019 penalty imposed by the European Commission

Despite the challenges faced by the tech giant, Google’s contributions to the digital world remain unparalleled. It has transformed the way we search, shop, and interact with information, leaving an indelible mark on our daily lives, writes Shubhranshu Singh.

Australia plans to ban social media for kids among health concerns

The Norwegian government will also implement an age verification system to ensure compliance with the new rules. (Photo by freestocks on Unsplash)

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces an upcoming trial for age verification, signalling a potential legislative ban on social media use for children under 16.

PhonePe expands reach in Singapore partnered with Liquid Group for UPI payments

Through this strategic partnership, PhonePe users will now be able to make payments easily by scanning QR codes with their app at various tourist hotspots throughout Singapore.

Indian travellers to enjoy seamless QR code payments across Singapore’s key locations. This collaboration also broadens PhonePe’s merchant network in Singapore with new international payment features.

Meta’s global business head says ‘too early’ to look at returns on AI spends

Nicola Mendelsohn recounted a conversation with Flipkart CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy, during which she learned that the e-retailer saw a 3.6x return on revenue after using Meta’s suite of Advantage products. These products are tools that help advertisers customise ad campaigns across Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram. (Image source: MCAAD)

Nicola Mendelsohn told CNBC-TV18 that India leading the world in utilising Meta AI.

Leverage AI to Secure e-Services

The Delhi HC said that Wikipedia’s disclaimer that its content is based on secondary sources could not absolve it from the responsibility for what the users write on its pages. (Image: steve-johnson via Unsplash)

Public policy expert Deepak Maheshwari writes, enabling policy instruments, well-resourced public institutions and world-class infrastructure are essential for India’s transformation to ‘Viksit Bharat’.