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.
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India's Audio Social Media Growth Led by Smaller Towns
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.
UAE's Bridge Summit Reshapes Global Media Landscape
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!
Sudha Murty: Set Rules for Kids' Safety on Social Media
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.
Netflix buys Warner Bros for $82.7 billion
Netflix announces a historic $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. studios and HBO. We revisit the studio's turbulent journey through mergers, from Seven Arts to AOL-Time Warner. Will this deal succeed?
Putin launches RT India, 5 media pacts signed with Russia
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 Praises Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Under 16
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?
Netflix buys Warner Bros studios in $72 billion mega-deal
Netflix agrees to buy Warner Bros Discovery's studios and streaming unit for $72 billion, reshaping Hollywood's power balance. The deal faces antitrust scrutiny.
Netflix Buys Warner Bros Discovery in $72B Mega-Deal
Netflix acquires Warner Bros Discovery's studios & streaming for $72 billion, reshaping Hollywood. Shares react. Dive into the details of this historic media merger.
PTI and TASS Sign News Exchange Agreement
India's PTI and Russia's TASS sign a cooperation agreement to exchange news content, enhancing media collaboration and information flow between the two nations. Read more.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s Begins
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 E&M Industry to Grow at 7.8% CAGR, Reaching $47.2B
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 to block under-16 sign-ins in Australia from Dec 10
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's Social Media Ban for Under-16s Explained
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.
Janhvi Kapoor condemns voyeuristic media culture
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 Criticizes Media, Says Sridevi's Death Became a Meme
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 Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Global Debate
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.
Instagram Memes: Gen Z's Primary News Source in India?
Young Indians increasingly rely on Instagram reels and memes for political news, blending awareness with dark humour. Explore the risks of desensitisation and the algorithm-driven news cycle.
White House Launches 'Media Offenders' Page
The White House launches a 'media offenders' page listing news outlets it accuses of misinformation. Get the full story on this escalating media conflict.
Social Media Debate on Biden-Trump Age Coverage Bias
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 Location Feature Triggers Political Row in India
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 Location Feature Triggers Political Row in India
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this tool aimed at authenticity became a political battleground.
Experts Warn Against Blind Social Media Adulation
Mental health experts reveal how blind social media admiration creates unrealistic expectations and psychological harm. Learn to identify healthy online interactions.
Omnicom-IPG Merger Creates World's Largest Ad Network
Omnicom Group acquires IPG in $13.5 billion deal, creating world's largest advertising company. Discover how this merger impacts India's ad industry, job market and competitive landscape.
Priyamani on Film Industry's 12-Hour Work Culture
National Award-winning actor Priyamani shares her perspective on film industry work hours amid Deepika Padukone's 8-hour shift demands. Read exclusive insights now!
Warner Bros Discovery Seeks Improved Bids by Dec 1
Warner Bros Discovery has set December 1 deadline for improved acquisition bids from Paramount, Netflix and Comcast. The media giant's sale could reshape entertainment industry.
Australia's Social Media Ban Pushes YouTuber Abroad
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 Bans Social Media for Under-16s Next Year
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.
Malaysia bans social media for under-16s from 2026
Malaysia announces social media ban for users under 16 starting 2026, following Australia's similar move. Global regulators watch closely as teen restrictions expand.
Social Media Performance Culture: The Exhausting Truth
Discover how the constant need to perform on social media is draining millennials mentally and physically. Learn to reclaim authentic living in the digital age.
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