Author: Kashmeera Sambamurthy

Zee-Sony merger: January 20 deadline sparks last-minute negotiations, what’s at stake

The statement clearly said that though SPNI has been engaged in discussions in good faith to extend the End Date but the Discussion Period has expired without an agreement upon an extension of the End Date.(Image source: Moneycontrol)

With just a day to go for the big day, concerns are rising that a failure to meet the January 21 deadline may jeopardize the deal.

We were never in with any agenda: Nikhil Kamath on WTF podcast

The episode delved into the intricacies of energy transition, emphasizing the critical role of renewable energy sources, such as solar, nuclear, and wind, in combating climate change. (Image source: Forbes India)

Nikhil Kamath tells Storyboard18, “We saw a gaping hole online—a lack of genuine knowledge and actionable insights.”

PepsiCo India makes Jagrut Kotecha the company’s new CEO; Ahmed ElSheikh moves to global role

Jagrut Kotecha currently chief commercial officer for PepsiCo in Africa, Middle East, and South Asia (AMESA) will assume the role of CEO for PepsiCo India in his place. (From left to right: Jagrut Kotecha and Ahmed ElSheikh)

Jagrut Kotecha is currently Chief Commercial Officer for PepsiCo in Africa, Middle East, and South Asia (AMESA) will assume the role of CEO for PepsiCo India.

Byju’s navigates BCCI dispute; plans to pursue arbitration

NCLT was further informed that Byju’s had been negotiating with the BCCI over its dispute. The ed tech company had filed objections to BCCI’s insolvency plea. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

On September 8, 2023, BCCI filed a case where it claimed that Byju’s had defaulted payment of Rs 158 crores.

Big tech layoffs: Google plans to cut ad sales team

YouTube will begin to require creators to disclose when they’ve created realistic altered or synthetic content, and will display a label that indicates for people when they’re watching this content. (Representative Image: Mitchell Luo via Unsplash)

Google confirmed that a few hundred roles were eliminated from the ad sales team.

WEF 2024: Gita Gopinath says AI could impact 30 percent of jobs in India

Gopinath highlighted the multifaceted concerns associated with AI, ranging from misinformation to its impact on labour markets. (Still from the interview)

Davos 2024 | Gita Gopinath, IMF Deputy Managing Director, discusses AI’s global impact on the sidelines of the WEF summit. A study reveals 40 percent of jobs worldwide are vulnerable to AI, with nuances affecting wealth distribution and policy priorities.

YouTube affirms vigilance against deepfakes and misinformation ahead of election season

Chandrasekhar mentioned that deepfakes could be subject to action under Rule 3(1)(b) of the current IT Rules, which mandates the removal of 12 types of content within 36 hours of user complaints being filed. (Representative Image: Szabo Viktor via Unsplash)

Neal Mohan, CEO, YouTube told Moneycontrol that the platform plans to use AI technology to combat misinformation and deepfakes.

Ikea to reduce prices of over 250 products by 20 percent in the coming weeks

As part of its ongoing efforts to champion gender equality, the company highlights that 50% of Ingka Group Country CEOs are women, showcasing company's dedication to setting best industry standards when it comes to gender diversity and inclusion. (Representative Image: Jueun Song via Unsplash)

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Juvencio Maeztu, Deputy CEO, Ingka Group (IKEA) said they are getting ready for the next phase of their growth in India.

Hyatt rolls out ‘Perfectly Yours 2.0’ campaign, a sequel to 2023’s wedding campaign

This has been achieved by bringing together some of the best homegrown artists from the country to create melodies for a celebration that transcends beyond the big day.

Perfectly Yours 2.0 highlights wedding offerings at Hyatt hotels by focusing on some of the culturally rich events in Indian weddings such as the mehendi, sangeet, wedding rituals and family reunions.