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.
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.
Madhya Pradesh launches its first Social Impact Bond project, aiming to skill and place 600 candidates from backward classes in Japan and Germany. A ₹100 crore budget is allocated.
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?
The Indian rupee's historic fall past ₹90 against the dollar is set to make fuel, food, travel, and imports costlier. Experts warn of job market impact and imported inflation. Learn how it affects you.
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.
AI toys and tutors are reshaping childhood, offering personalized learning and entertainment but raising serious risks of isolation and echo chambers. Discover the dual impact.
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.
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.
Punjab's Housing Dept issues notice for land acquisition in Mohali's Sectors 87, 101, 103. GNDU starts Social Impact Assessment. Public hearings scheduled for Dec 22-23.
Discover how social media trends create global fashion uniformity, drive overconsumption, and contribute to 8-10% of global emissions. Learn to reclaim your individuality.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav urges artists & media not to link him with viral folk songs, learning from RJD's electoral damage in Bihar. Read more.
Rang De's peer-to-peer lending platform reaches Rs 100 crore disbursement, connecting 11,000 lenders with 28,000 underserved borrowers across India. Discover how ordinary Indians are fueling rural entrepreneurship.
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.
Explore how emojis, GIFs, and AI suggestions are replacing written words in digital communication, changing how we connect and express ourselves in India's evolving social landscape.
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.
Educators and advocates sue Trump administration over illegal dismantling of Education Department, threatening billions in funding and student programs. Learn how this affects Indian students.
GMADA fast-tracks Mohali Aerotropolis expansion, submitting the Social Impact Assessment report in a record 10 days. An expert committee will review farmer objections on Nov 27. #UrbanDevelopment #Punjab
Karnataka government establishes high-level committee to examine State Education Policy report. Headed by Higher Education principal secretary, the panel aims to transform education system.
PM Modi urges a decade-long commitment to overhaul India's colonial-era education system, emphasizing cultural roots and self-reliance. Join the educational revolution!
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.
Discover how NGO internships create profound personal and professional transformation. Learn why these experiences matter more than ever in today's social landscape. Read now!
India's new labour codes will cost Zomato and Swiggy 1-2% of turnover for gig worker security. Analysts expect minimal short-term financial impact as companies may pass costs to customers. Read analysis.