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.
Following the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25, Odisha Fire Services orders a safety audit of all large restaurants. The audit will check for compliance, equipment, and emergency exits. Read more.
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.
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.
Dubai's RTA distributed 500 child car seats to families with newborns across 26 hospitals. This initiative aims to instil road safety from a child's first journey. Learn key safety guidelines.
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.
After a major fire at a cattle feed unit, Ludhiana Municipal Corporation warns all establishments to get fire safety clearance by Dec 31. Officials reveal legal loopholes hinder enforcement.
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?
Your balcony is not a storage room! Learn about 8 common items that pose serious fire, safety, and health risks when kept on balconies in Indian apartments.
Road safety is paramount in India. Discover the top 10 active and passive car safety features you must check for, whether buying new or used, to protect your family on chaotic roads.
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.
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.
Struggling with kids on devices? Experts reveal why open talks beat strict bans for digital safety. Learn balanced strategies for social media parenting.
The White House launches a 'media offenders' page listing news outlets it accuses of misinformation. Get the full story on this escalating media conflict.
Planning a family trip to amusement parks? Discover 7 crucial safety tips to ensure your weekend getaway remains fun and accident-free. Protect your kids with expert advice.
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.
Bharati Chaturvedi shares harrowing Uber assault experience in Delhi. No immediate help from Uber safety team or Delhi Police. Raises serious questions about women's safety.
DAV Public School in Patiala organized a comprehensive disaster management workshop, training 500+ students in earthquake and fire safety protocols with expert demonstrations.
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.
Malaysia announces social media ban for users under 16 starting 2026, following Australia's similar move. Global regulators watch closely as teen restrictions expand.