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.
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.
Ed Bambas, an 88-year-old Army veteran, was working 40 hours a week at a supermarket. An Australian influencer's viral video raised $1.9 million, allowing him to retire. Read his emotional story.
A 10-year-old's lost letter to Rudolph the Reindeer, found 25 years later, inspires a global story of hope and kindness. Discover the magical journey of a simple wish.
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.
Discover how a simple daily mission to make someone smile can transform a child's world and create a ripple of kindness. Learn easy, powerful acts that cost nothing but mean everything.
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.
A poignant story of a kind stranger on a train to Delhi who changed a passenger's life. Discover the mystery of his identity and the lasting impact of a simple act of compassion.
Discover author Sudha Murty's powerful advice on values-based parenting. Learn how to teach kindness, humility, and empathy at home to raise good human beings. Read her essential tips now.
Discover the six subtle, daily habits that create a 'soft tailwind' of luck. Learn how openness, kindness, and micro-wins build a life where opportunities flow naturally.
Discover how Dipali's seven-year culinary documentation across Rajasthan earned her Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia recognition while preserving 10,000 traditional recipes and fighting food homogenization.
The White House launches a 'media offenders' page listing news outlets it accuses of misinformation. Get the full story on this escalating media conflict.
Discover Sadhguru's profound quotes on compassion and empathy. Learn how to teach children the superpower of kindness for emotional well-being and a beautiful life.
A study reveals the 'Batman Effect': a caped crusader on the Milan metro made commuters 67% more likely to offer a seat. Discover how a simple disruption can spark widespread kindness.
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.
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.
An Indian vlogger's simple act of helping a tourist in Nepal has captured global attention. Watch the viral video showcasing humanity and kindness in travel.