Tag: Media

“Don’t ban us, regulate us”: Opinion Trading platforms demand regulations

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.

Storyboard18 had earlier reported about the rise of opinion trading games on real-money gaming platforms, which has drawn the attention of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

‘Summon YouTube to court, not just Ranveer, Apoorva’: Anupam Mittal on Ranveer Allahbadia controversy

"Imagine a newspaper or a TV channel publishing the type of content that these (digital) platforms carry with total impunity," said Anupam Mittal, Founder & CEO of People Group (in left).

Taking to LinkedIn, Anupam Mittal, Founder & CEO of People Group, said that the real culprits are ‘big-techs’ who take cover under digital intermediary laws that allow them to flout all responsibility and accountability.

42% of cinemagoers cite ads as influential in purchase decisions: GroupM

GroupM report highlighted that on average, people watch 18 movies annually, with men outpacing over women, pointing to a gender gap in viewership.

According to GroupM’s latest report, ‘Profiling Cinemagoers’, cinema has emerged as a powerful driver of the out-of-home economy with 858 million footfalls and a Gross Box Office Collection Rs 12.38 billion.

Need to rethink customer interactions to improve experience: Mauro Carobene of Tata Communications

"Happy, well-supported employees are not just beneficial—they are crucial to delivering high-quality customer interactions," says Mauro Carobene, VP and Global Head – Customer Interactions Suite, Tata Communications.

Mauro Carobene, VP and Global Head – Customer Interactions Suite, Tata Communications, suggests that to stay competitive, organisations must effectively utilise data and adopt AI-driven technologies to improve customer interactions.

DoT asks social media platforms to remove content violating Telecom Act

DoT advisory noted that violations could lead to imprisonment or hefty fines. Social media platforms are required to comply by February 28.

As some influencers misinform users on changing their caller ID, the Department of Telecommunications has asked platforms including Meta, X, Instagram, and Google to remove content that doesn’t comply with the Telecommunications Act, 2023.

MeitY Secretary S Krishnan to elucidate on AI and accountability at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025

S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY), Government of India, is slated to share his insights on a futuristic regulatory AI blueprint. (Image: S Krishnan speaking at the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave in 2024)

MeitY’s S Krishnan to spotlight AI and accountability and the regulatory roadmap at Storyboard18’s Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) Conclave 2025, on February 27, in New Delhi.

TV News commands advertiser interest despite digital surge; print yet to reclaim pre-Covid ground

With digital platforms prone to misinformation, and print's premium rates and uncertain circulation numbers, advertisers are increasingly turning to TV news channels.

As digital platforms grow, Television News too continues to capture both viewers and advertisers, while print media is yet to regain its pre-Covid audience and advertiser interest.

CCI tightens grip on e-com, q-comm; releases draft regulations on predatory pricing

A draft of the proposal, titled the CCI (Determination of Cost of Production) Regulations, 2025 is set to create a clear framework for evaluating anti-competitive pricing across sectors, especially e-commerce and quick-commerce.

The draft guidelines by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) are set to create a clear framework for evaluating anti-competitive pricing across sectors.

Supreme Court slams Ranveer Allahbadia; stays arrest but bars him from doing shows

Slamming Ranveer Allahbadia, the Supreme Court said, "The words you have chosen, parents will feel ashamed. Daughters and sisters will feel ashamed. The entire society will be ashamed. These are the levels of depravity you and your henchmen have gone to." (Image: GQ India)

The court has also ordered that no further FIR should be registered against Allahbadia (aka BeerBiceps) for his remarks in the controversial episode of ‘India’s Got Latent’.