Tag: influencer marketing

Not an endorsement: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on ad featuring finfluencer using govt logo

One of the concerns cited by these organisations is that OTT service providers are already regulated under the IT Act 2000 which will be replaced by the upcoming Digital India Act (DIA). Therefore, such consultations should form part of Digital India Act and any other additional consultations by regulators like TRAI will also lead to overlap of regulatory structure. (Image by Jessica Tan via Unsplash)

The IT minister clarified on Twitter in response to an ad on digital safety featuring fininfluencer CA Rachna Ranade along with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and G20 logos.

Weekly Shorts: 5 unique 4th of July influencer marketing campaigns by brands

The 4th of July is indeed an important event for American families. But it is an equally essential marketing opportunity for brands to establish an emotional connection with customers. (Representative Image: Hugo Ruiz via Unsplash)

What’s buzzing in influencer marketing and the creator ecosystem? What’s the next big thing coming down the line? Catch the big trends and hot topics in our weekly shorts.

Health and wellness influencers under scanner; Govt to release special guidelines

Byju’s wanted to exit its jersey sponsorship deal with the BCCI in December 2022. In the past, the ed-tech company spent millions of dollars on marketing and advertising. (Representational image by Christian Lendi via Unsplash)

Various ministries and authorities are working together to introduce special guidelines for finance (finfluencers), health and wellness influencers.

Weekly Shorts: Five ways for long lasting influencer relationships

By becoming "the one" for our customers, we create a foundation for a healthy, long-term relationship, which significantly boosts customer lifetime value. (Representative Image: Nick Fewings via Unsplash)

What’s buzzing in influencer marketing and the creator ecosystem? What’s the next big thing coming down the line? Catch the big trends and hot topics in our weekly shorts.

SEBI takes action against finfluencer PR Sundar: paves way for regulatory compliance in influencer marketing

Majority of the violative ads were from the Home Care sector, where products claimed to be eco-friendly/ environment friendly, without adequate support data

The move highlights the need for regulatory compliance in the financial advisory space, as concerns have been raised on the authenticity and legality of financial advice provided by influencers.

In a first, SEBI acts against finfluencer PR Sundar, options trader not allowed to trade for a year

Upon examination, it was observed that P R Sundar offered the advisory services via his website www.prsundar.blogspot.com. The fees collected in lieu of services was received via a payment gateway linked to the bank account of Mansun Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. held with ICICI Bank Ltd, according to the settlement order. (Image source: Twitter - @PRSundar64)

In a first case of action against a finfluencer (financial influencer), market regulator SEBI has penalised and barred renowned youtuber and options trader PR Sundar from trading for a year over alleged violation of investment advisers norms.

Weekly Shorts: How brands can collaborate with LGBTQ+ influencers

Concerns voiced by LGBTQIA+ respondents underscore their high awareness of financial vulnerabilities, particularly regarding rising medical expenses, mental health, and inflationary pressures. (Representative Image: Michał Franczak via Unsplash)

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Weekly Shorts: Granfluencers’ experimentations with social media

According to affable.ai, there are over 106 granfluencers in India, making it the second top country with a high number of granfluencers, after the USA. Compared to India and USA, brands in Southeast Asia and UAE countries have yet to tap into the potential of these older content creators. (Representative Image: Tiago Muraro via Unsplash)

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Weekly Shorts: Building a robust men’s grooming brand with influencer marketing

Selecting the right influencers is only 50 percent of the campaign; the next 50 percent is to strategise the campaign well.(Representative Image: Hyeonyoung Yang via Unsplash)

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After Bournvita, influencer ‘Foodpharmer’ goes after Kissan and Maggi ketchup

Recently, Revant Himatsingka caused a stir with his video on Mondelez India-owned malt drink brand Bournvita, highlighting its high sugar content and the misleading positioning as a health drink. The video went viral, and he received a legal notice from the company, leading him to take it down. However, it resonated with millions of netizens who called out the brand.

Revant Himatsingka, known publicly as Foodpharmer, calls out Hindustan Unilever (HUL)-owned ketchup brand Kissan Tomato Ketchup and Nestle India-owned Maggi tomato ketchup for their high sugar content.