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.
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.
The US mandates stricter H-1B visa vetting, including resume reviews & LinkedIn checks. New social media screening for all applicants starts December 15. Read the full impact.
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 Trump administration announces major immigration reforms: expanding travel bans, vetting H-1B social media, and cutting work permit validity. Key impacts for Indian nationals.
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.
A new US visa rule requiring public social media access for H-1B and H-4 applicants causes deep anxiety in Indian families. Experts warn of delays, job losses for thousands. Read more.
US State Department mandates social media checks for H-1B workers and H-4 dependents from Dec 15. Experts warn of delays, increased scrutiny for Indian IT professionals. Learn the new rules.
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.
The Trump administration has ordered enhanced vetting for H-1B visa applicants, impacting Indian tech professionals. Learn about the new rules and their consequences.
The Trump administration mandates stricter vetting for H-1B visa applicants, crucial for Indian tech talent. Learn how this policy shift impacts US recruitment and Indian professionals.
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.
Kristi Noem claims the DC National Guard shooter was radicalised after US entry. The case ignites a firestorm over Biden's Afghan refugee vetting. Read more.
Fact-check reveals Afghan shooter Rahmanullah Lakanwal was vetted twice and approved under Trump in 2025, contradicting political claims. What's next for US immigration policy?
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.
Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago press conference turned chaotic as he called a female reporter 'stupid' for correcting his claims on Afghan vetting. Watch the viral clip now!
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.
President Trump condemns Biden administration's Afghan vetting after National Guard soldier Sarah killed in terrorist attack. Read about the security implications for the US.
The Trump administration orders rigorous reexamination of all Green Cards following Washington DC shooting. New vetting rules target 19 high-risk countries. Learn what this means for immigrants.
US Citizenship and Immigration Services announces new vetting rules for 19 high-risk countries following Washington shooting by Afghan national. Read full details.
Mental health experts reveal how blind social media admiration creates unrealistic expectations and psychological harm. Learn to identify healthy online interactions.