Considering the request of stakeholders to permit inter-band spectrum sharing and leasing of spectrum in the country, TRAI decided to take up the issues and sent its recommendations to DoT on April 24, 2024.
Tag: Media
Beyond Byju’s: Indian ed-tech players ditch glamour for smart, cost-effective advertising
India’s top edtech startups are shifting away from high-profile branding, moving past celebrities, cricket, and reality shows to embrace more cost-effective marketing strategies.
CCI raids on media cartel: A week later, Ad agencies still in the dark
In the ongoing probe of alleged media cartelization, multiple sources claimed that Dentsu filed leniency petition with the CCI leading to uncovering the matter.
Tourists are turning away from the US. Here’s why
Foreign visitor arrivals to the US are expected to decline in 2025, as President Trump’s controversial policies, rising tariffs, and a stronger dollar drive a wedge between the country and international travellers.
Reddit becomes a big draw for brands, cornering 10% of digital ad spends
An increasing number of brands are directing their advertising budgets to Reddit to reach its highly engaged user base. However, experts caution that Reddit users’ strong preference for anonymity often leads to boundary-pushing discussions, posing potential risks to brand reputation.
CCI to issue notices to India’s top advertisers over media transactions
As the CCI investigation unfolds, industry stakeholders are closely monitoring the potential ramifications for both traditional media agencies and digital advertising players.
Corporate Affairs Ministry: CCI probes 49 Cases, 31 reports filed, 18 under investigations
On February 20, 2024, the CCI (Lesser Penalty) Regulations, 2024, were notified, replacing the 2009 regulations. The LPP framework aims to strengthen cartel detection and incentivize whistleblowing within corporate circles.
CCI stepped up cartel investigations with 35 probes in five years: FM Sitharaman
The Finance Minister further stated that the Commission has a dedicated division for trend analysis and research across various economic sectors to gain a comprehensive understanding and detect potential anti-competitive activities.
Yahoo sells TechCrunch to Regent Media investment firm
Last week week, Regent acquired Foundry, which houses a slew of online tech publications, such as PCWorld, Macworld, and TechAdvisor
Disney bets big on AI: CEO Bob Iger hails new tech as ‘most powerful’ ever seen
During the recently held 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, Bob Iger added that the company is also proceeding cautiously to protect its characters, stories, creatives, and customers from AI