Month: March 2024

Recognising change as a fact of life empowers you: Ajay Khanna, Amway India

Ajay Khanna, chief marketing officer, Amway India, stated, "As someone who’s deeply immersed in the fast-paced world of marketing, I've personally experienced the pressures of an always-on culture and the looming threat of burnout. Through time, I’ve grown to appreciate the importance of setting boundaries and prioritising self-care, for both me and my team."

The chief marketing officer of Amway India said leaders must challenge the status quo, encourage people to step out of their comfort zones, and embrace any failure as a catalyst for growth.

Pepsi launches new visual identity globally; takes over iconic locations in 120 markets

The international takeover marks the first step in Pepsi’s new era across design, storytelling, and partnerships, they said, adding, “We will continue to drive culture forward in 2024 by delivering one-of-a-kind elevated experiences, all deeply connected to fans' passions and desires to live “Thirsty for More.”

Pepsi had first unveiled a new logo and visual identity system, the first update of the iconic Pepsi globe logo in 14 years, in March 2023.

Anupam Mittal on Google delisting Indian apps: Dark day for India Internet

On March 1, Google warned it may remove the apps of 10 companies in India for not paying a service fee for the use of its Play Store platform in India. (Image sourced via Moneycontrol)

Anupam Mittal hits out at Google for delisting India apps which the tech giant said have not complied with its app billing policy. Mittal calls it “the new Digital East India Co and this #Lagaan must be stopped!”

Court orders removal of Bloomberg article alleging $241 million discrepancy in company accounts of Zee

According to ZEE MD and CEO, Punit Goenka their plan is now be centred around three key aspects. These included frugality, optimisation and sharp focus on quality content.(Image source: Moneycontrol)

ZEE had filed a lawsuit against Bloomberg, arguing that the article contained false and misleading information about the company’s corporate governance and business operations.

India needs its own App Store: Info Edge’s Sanjeev Bikhchandani after Google’s action against Indian app developers

“Many of the Info Edge apps are back on the play store. An effort very well led by Hitesh and the entire Info Edge team. People were up all night for this. Great crisis management,” Bikhchandani said (Image sourced via Forbes India)

On March 1, Google warned it may remove the apps of 10 companies in India for not paying a service fee for the use of its Play Store platform in India.

Reliance-Disney media deal: Advertisers look forward to wider reach and content boom

The JV, according to a press statement, is also looking at leading the digital transformation of the media and entertainment industry in India and offer consumers high-quality and comprehensive content offerings anytime and anywhere. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

The JV will be one of the leading TV and digital streaming platforms bringing together iconic media assets across entertainment and sports.

Elon Musk sues Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Sam Altman under claims of breach of contract

The memo signed by Elon Musk reads, "There is nothing I hate more, but it must be done. This will enable us to be lean, innovative and hungry for the next growth phase cycle."

The lawsuit said that the founders of OpenAI, Sam Altman and Greg Brockman originally approached Musk to form an open-source no-for-profit organisation and since the company is actually making money, it’s a breach of contract.