Tag: influencer marketing

SEBI takes action against finfluencer PR Sundar: paves way for regulatory compliance in influencer marketing

High-profile data breaches and privacy scandals have eroded confidence in online platforms and advertising practices.

The move highlights the need for regulatory compliance in the financial advisory space, as concerns have been raised on the authenticity and legality of financial advice provided by influencers.

In a first, SEBI acts against finfluencer PR Sundar, options trader not allowed to trade for a year

Upon examination, it was observed that P R Sundar offered the advisory services via his website www.prsundar.blogspot.com. The fees collected in lieu of services was received via a payment gateway linked to the bank account of Mansun Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. held with ICICI Bank Ltd, according to the settlement order. (Image source: Twitter - @PRSundar64)

In a first case of action against a finfluencer (financial influencer), market regulator SEBI has penalised and barred renowned youtuber and options trader PR Sundar from trading for a year over alleged violation of investment advisers norms.

Weekly Shorts: How brands can collaborate with LGBTQ+ influencers

The joint report provides new insights on Indian advertising’s D&I representation versus global practice (leveraging data from the 2023 Global MONITOR survey) and a wealth of original findings on Indian advertising trends accommodating D&I. (Representative Image: Michał Franczak via Unsplash)

What’s buzzing in influencer marketing and the creator ecosystem? What’s the next big thing coming down the line? Catch the big trends and hot topics in our weekly shorts.

Weekly Shorts: Granfluencers’ experimentations with social media

According to affable.ai, there are over 106 granfluencers in India, making it the second top country with a high number of granfluencers, after the USA. Compared to India and USA, brands in Southeast Asia and UAE countries have yet to tap into the potential of these older content creators. (Representative Image: Tiago Muraro via Unsplash)

What’s buzzing in influencer marketing and the creator ecosystem? What’s the next big thing coming down the line? Catch the big trends and hot topics in our weekly shorts.

Weekly Shorts: Building a robust men’s grooming brand with influencer marketing

Selecting the right influencers is only 50 percent of the campaign; the next 50 percent is to strategise the campaign well.(Representative Image: Hyeonyoung Yang via Unsplash)

What’s buzzing in influencer marketing and the creator ecosystem? What’s the next big thing coming down the line? Catch the big trends and hot topics in our weekly shorts.

After Bournvita, influencer ‘Foodpharmer’ goes after Kissan and Maggi ketchup

Recently, Revant Himatsingka caused a stir with his video on Mondelez India-owned malt drink brand Bournvita, highlighting its high sugar content and the misleading positioning as a health drink. The video went viral, and he received a legal notice from the company, leading him to take it down. However, it resonated with millions of netizens who called out the brand.

Revant Himatsingka, known publicly as Foodpharmer, calls out Hindustan Unilever (HUL)-owned ketchup brand Kissan Tomato Ketchup and Nestle India-owned Maggi tomato ketchup for their high sugar content.

Weekly Shorts: How brands can tune to ASMR for campaigns

The younger generations tune into ASMR content for entertainment and relaxation from their fast-paced lifestyle. They also use it as a therapy to calm anxiety, especially when the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic increased mental health issues by 25 percent globally. ASMR content provides a sense of calmness and relaxes the nerves giving a similar feeling you get from meditation. (Representative Image: Israel Palacio via Unsplash)

What’s buzzing in influencer marketing and the creator ecosystem? What’s the next big thing coming down the line? Catch the big trends and hot topics in our weekly shorts.

Finfluencers get paid Rs5 lakh per post, celebrity status; But brands, finfluencers and consumers should be wary

The process for empanelment of influencer marketing agencies was initiated by MyGov in March, with the aim of broadening the dissemination of information and enhancing citizen engagement regarding various government schemes, campaigns, and initiatives.

Finfluencers have become extremely popular with millennials and Gen-Z. However, while brands put their faith in them for marketing, should consumers do the same too?

Beware of finfluencers: FM Nirmala Sitharaman warns about finfluencers and Ponzi schemes, urges consumers to be wary

In the letter, Chandra alleged that hasty steps are being taken in the merger process and the SEBI investigations do not bother him as much as the timing of the new notice. (Image via Twitter)

FM Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, spoke about Ponzi schemes and influencers and how consumers should be wary of both.

Indian content creators seek accreditation from government for improved industry ecosystem

Gen Z segment has a distinct aesthetic that impacts their brand choices, which have been driving fashion trends – crop tops, ribbed dresses, chunky sneakers, and baggy jeans. (Representational image by Laura Chouette via Unsplash

Gambling and betting ads and promotions and using children in content creation are areas of influencer marketing under the Government’s scanner.