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Karnataka unveils India’s first industry-led digital detox initiative

As per shareholding data post-investment, Play Ventures will hold 3.38%, Countryside Ventures 4.46%, Gameskraft Technologies 2.12%, and Kalaari Capital 6.35% of the company.

Launched by Karnataka’s IT & BT Minister Priyank Kharge at GAFX 2025, the initiative seeks to raise awareness about excessive digital consumption and integrate digital wellness into mainstream healthcare.

Tamil Nadu gaming authority to stakeholders: Implement regulations or face criminal charges

It’s worth noting that in November 2023, the Madras High Court struck down the law banning online money games such as Rummy and Poker, declaring it "unconstitutional."

E-Gaming Federation on Tuesday met TNOGA officials Md. Nasimuddin and Dr. M.C. Sarangan to discuss issues pertaining to Tamil Nadu’s RMG regulations.

Govt intensifies surveillance on Chinese companies masquerading as RMG operators

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Chinese apps and websites are under the govt’s scanner over money laundering suspicions, posing a potential threat to national security and contributing to gambling addiction among citizens.

RMG players sidelined by MIB for WAVES, seek equal treatment

MIB advisory, issued on April 22, references a Delhi High Court order which underscores the importance of making digital content accessible to PwDs.

The WAVES 2025 will be held from February 5–9 in New Delhi, focusing on four key pillars: Broadcasting & Infotainment, Digital Media & Innovation, AVGC-XR, and Films.

Breaking: Tamil Nadu takes strong stand against online gaming, RMG players left red faced

Senior Counsel C Aryama Sundaram, representing the petitioners in earlier hearings, asserted that the Tamil Nadu government lacks jurisdiction to legislate in this domain.

N Muruganandam, Chief Secretary of Tamil Nadu government hinted towards banning certain games and said that the addiction to online gaming among children has grown leading to harmful effects.

Micro-transactions leading revenue stream for digital publishers

Experts suggest that micropayment helps in user retention and ultimately leads to more subscription and ad revenues. (Representational image via Unsplash)

After seeing immense growth in traffic in the last two years, digital publishers are now focusing on micro-payments that are emerging as a new revenue channel alongside subscription and advertisements.