Month: October 2023

Madras High Court to rule on Google Play service fee dispute

P. Chidambaram, Sriram Panchu, Satish Parasaran and Srinath Sridevan are some of the senior counsels representing the litigants against Google. Alphabet Inc, is being defended by senior counsel P.S. Raman and Sajan Poovayya.

Allegations by the litigants claim that Google, leveraging its dominant market position, enforces ‘unconscionable and arbitrary’ conditions.

L&K Saatchi and Saatchi has won UPES On’s integrated creative mandate

Sportz Interactive will concentrate on harnessing first-party data, ensuring retention strategies on various social media platforms, and contributing to the creation of value within the Seattle Orcas' ecosystem. (Representative Image: Afif Ramdhasuma via Unsplash)

L&K Saatchi & Saatchi will manage the brand’s mainline creative, while its digital arm, Saatchi & Saatchi Propagate, will handle the brand’s digital presence and strategy.

Visionary marketers have long-term vision, clarity and ability to experiment: Ajay Gupte, Wavemaker

“Clarity of thought is extremely important. If I were to put it down simply, it is to have a level of vision or a direction for the brand. To be able to have the ability to look for new trends, experiment and create new rules for the brand. To be constantly agile and adapt to changes and requirements which are different and experiment where required are the key factors in today's world to be successful," stated Ajay Gupte, CEO - South Asia, Wavemaker. (Representative Image: Paul Skorupskas via Unsplash)

Media maven Ajay Gupte on what it takes to be innovative.

Makemytrip Ad: Lines one can and cannot cross & pitfalls of moment marketing in the social media age

Some netizens are suggesting that the ad was in poor taste given the delicate relationship between India and Pakistan, others are countering that claim and stating that the ad should have been taken in jest while a few are looking at it neutrally. (Image by @ICC via X)

Experts said social media gives everyone access and a voice so brands face flak for almost everything. But virality can backfire. In this case, some said the context was weak and incentivised a rival’s loss.

Nita Ambani champions inclusive Olympics vision at 141st IOC Session in Mumbai

Describing the IOC Session in Mumbai as a "defining moment in the history of sport in India," Nita Ambani urged everyone to reaffirm their commitment to the guiding principles of the Olympic Movement and strive for an Olympics that includes, involves, and belongs to everyone. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

Addressing the gathering at the historic event held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai on Saturday, Ambani shed light on India’s boundless potential, particularly in the realm of sports.

PM Modi says India keen to host the Olympics in 2036

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 141st Session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in Mumbai on October 14, and announced India's commitment to host the 2036 Olympics. "Indians are very excited about hosting the Olympics Games. India will leave no stone unturned in organising the 2036 Olympics," said PM Modi during his address to the IOC Session delegation. "This is a dream of 140 crore Indians. We want to fulfil this dream with your support. We are willing to host the 2029 Youth Olympics. I am sure India will get constant support from IOC," PM Modi added. (Representative Image: Bryan Turner via Unsplash)

PM Modi suggested that hosting Olympics on the nation’s own land has been the dream of 140 crore Indians for years now and added that the country wishes to fulfil this dream with IOC’s support.

Can AI-powered voice payments for UPI transactions impact India’s digital payments?

As tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Apple produce AI-enhanced gadgets with a conversational voice interface, consumers' interest in voice assistants grows across all markets. (Representative Image: BENCE BOROS via Unsplash)

Voice-based payments are new but could change how we shop. Users can now begin payments in chat or message conversations, turning regular interactions into fast cash transfers.

Sony looking at acquiring Disney’s India business amidst Zee merger delay: Reports

The NCLT on Feb 9, rejected the IPRS’s plea questioned the legality of the arrangement between Star India and Novi Digital Entertainment. (Representative Image: via Unsplash)

Discussions between Sony and Disney are seen as part of Sony’s contingency strategy, considering the possibility of a prolonged delay or current merger agreement with Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd going south.