November 2023 – Page 3

Meta updates policies on political ads; advertisers to disclose use of AI in images and videos

Meta also rolled out reels on Facebook in 2022, allowing users to create and watch videos clips from creators. One could also view public reels from Instagram, if the creator chooses to recommend it on Facebook. (Image source: Unsplash)

The rise of AI as a way to supercharge the creation of misleading ads presents a new issue for the social networking giant, which laid off large swaths of its trust-and-safety team as part of its cost-cutting efforts this year.

VTION Digital appoints Srividya TN as head – sales and business development

Srividya has worked in companies like Kantar and Unilever, where she steered key functions successfully, is poised to leverage her expertise to propel VTION Digital to new heights.

Srividya will lead initiatives to further strengthen VTION Digital’s position in the marketing and analytics technologies sector, focusing on consumer insights using passive measurement technology solutions, customer success management and market expansion.

Digital Refresh Networks appoints Swapna Nair as national account director

Prior to Digital Refresh Networks, Nair was with DAN, digital unit of TBWA, 22feet, Storycentre and FoxyMoron.

She will be accountable for the overall growth of DRN and will be involved in client relationship, retention programming, planning, expansion strategy and process building for the clients

Union Minister Smriti Irani launches ‘Guide on gender-inclusive communication’

The guide covers the use of language in English, Hindi, and other Regional languages, based on the “Handbook on Combatting Gender Stereotypes” by Supreme Court of India and other national and global best practices customized to suit the requirements of the Indian citizens. (Image sourced via PIB website)

The Minister exhorts for adopting gender-inclusive language that can challenge stereotypes and promote a more respectful and equitable environment for all.

BCCI extends contracts of head coach Rahul Dravid and the ‘Senior Men’ of Team India

The Board also appreciated VVS Laxman for his exemplary roles as head of NCA and as the stand-in head coach.

The Board acknowledged Rahul Dravid’s instrumental role in moulding the Indian Team and commended his exceptional professionalism.

JioCinema appoints Mohit Bhatia as director – ad sales (sports)

Bhatia started his career at Indiabulls Ventures and went on to work in companies like Times Internet, Disney Star, Epic Channel India, dailyhunt and Alchemy Group.

Previously, Mohit Bhatia was the client partner lead – Snapchat ads at httpool.

Beauty products witness a surge of 51.5 percent year-on-year in sales this Diwali

The report revealed that healthcare and nutrition are categories with greater awareness and demand, highlighting the competition among brands vying for limited space within marketplaces. (Representative Image: Christina Victoria Craft via Unsplash)

The report shared that 47 percent sales of beauty products were contributed by consumers in the 18-24 year age group.

Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra ventures into the startup world

Previously, Visa signed PV Sindhu as the first ‘Team Visa’ athlete from India. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

The over-the-top (OTT) platform which was launched in 2019 has over six million installs and a community of over 5.5 lakh paying subscribers.

Investing genius Charlie Munger passes away; tributes pour in

Munger's death was confirmed in a statement from the company, which said he died Tuesday at a California hospital. His death was condoled by titans of the business world, including his friend of over 60 years – Warren Buffett. (Image by @tim_Cook via X)

Apple CEO Tim Cook also posted a tribute to Charlie Munger, remembering him as “a keen observer of the world” and a man who helped build an American institution.