Global Ad Spend to Grow 8.8% in 2025, Hits $1.14 Trillion
WPP Media forecasts global ad revenue to reach $1.14 trillion in 2025, up from 6% to 8.8% growth, fueled by AI and resilient tariff strategies. Retail media to overtake TV ads.
WPP Media forecasts global ad revenue to reach $1.14 trillion in 2025, up from 6% to 8.8% growth, fueled by AI and resilient tariff strategies. Retail media to overtake TV ads.
A new report reveals India's audio social media surge is driven by Tier 2-4 cities, with 95% of new users from non-metros. Discover the shift towards private, voice-led conversations.
India's foreign exchange reserves fell by $1.8 billion to $686.2 billion as of Nov 28, 2025. While gold reserves rose, foreign currency assets saw a significant decline. Get the full breakdown here.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $1.88 billion for the week ending November 29, 2024, settling at $686.23 billion. Explore the key factors behind the drop and its implications for the economy.
The UAE's Bridge Summit united global media leaders to tackle misinformation & AI's impact. Discover how the future of news is being shaped in Dubai. Read more!
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
China's foreign ministry issues a stern warning to international media, accusing them of spreading false information about a deadly Hong Kong fire. Details on the incident and the official response.
Russian President Vladimir Putin launched RT India in New Delhi. Five media MoUs were signed between Prasar Bharati and Russian firms to create alternative platforms. Read more.
Oprah Winfrey endorses Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s, calling it a life-changing move. The law, effective Dec 10, aims to protect youth from harmful content. Will the US follow?
As Meta starts enforcing Australia's social media ban for under-16s, the world watches. Can age-faking and VPNs defeat the shield? Read the analysis.
India's entertainment and media industry is projected to surge from $32.2B in 2024 to $47.2B by 2029, fueled by digital adoption and a young population. Discover the key drivers and segment-wise growth.
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed IFS officer trainees and Bhutanese diplomats, emphasizing India's evolving foreign policy and global challenges. Read his key insights.
The US Department of Education launches a new portal to enforce transparency on foreign funding in universities. Starting January 2026, institutions must report gifts over $250,000. Read more.
Janhvi Kapoor criticizes media and social media for derailing human morality, citing painful speculations around her mother Sridevi's death. Read her powerful statement.
Janhvi Kapoor opens up about the traumatic media coverage of her mother Sridevi's death, calling it voyeuristic and insensitive. She reveals how personal grief became public spectacle. Read her powerful statement.
Australia's new social media ban for under-16s ignites global debate on safety vs. freedom. Experts weigh in on impacts, enforcement challenges, and what it means for India's youth.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $4.5 billion to $652.90 billion, yet maintain robust position near record levels. Discover what this means for the economy.
The White House launches a 'media offenders' page listing news outlets it accuses of misinformation. Get the full story on this escalating media conflict.
Heated social media debate erupts over media's age coverage of Biden vs Trump. Former White House official Neera Tanden joins journalists in discussing perceived bias. Read the full story.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this impacts political discourse and what it means for users.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this tool aimed at authenticity became a political battleground.
Mental health experts reveal how blind social media admiration creates unrealistic expectations and psychological harm. Learn to identify healthy online interactions.
BJP MP Sambit Patra exposes Congress-linked X accounts showing overseas locations including Pakistan, US. Read how foreign networks are setting anti-India narratives.
BJP alleges Rahul Gandhi is building anti-India narrative through foreign-based social media accounts. The party claims coordinated efforts to tarnish India's image globally. Read the full investigation.
Economist Jeffrey Sachs alleges CIA involvement in Venezuelan oil facility fire, condemns US militarism and praises China's global approach. Watch full analysis.
Money sent overseas by Indians under RBI's liberalised remittance scheme rose to $2.8 billion in September, driven by travel spending. Discover the shifting trends in foreign exchange outflows.
YouTube star Jordan Barclay considers moving overseas as Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s threatens advertising revenue and creator economy. Read more.
Malaysia announces social media ban for users under 16 starting next year to protect children from online dangers including cyberbullying and scams. Learn more about global child safety measures.