Tag: Media

Generative AI is good, not excellent yet: Jack Swayne, Global CEO, mSix&Partners

As per Jack Swayne, global chief executive officer, mSix&Partners, "We have to ensure that we are at the forefront of all things media, whether that’s in performance or within digital or increasingly within artificial intelligence and all that goes with that, but also within content."

Jack Swayne, Global CEO of mSix&Partners, a GroupM agency, on the skills media agencies need to hone in today’s times.

MCA probes alleged irregularities in Zee Enterprises as SEBI’s interim order raises concerns

The regulatory body’s investigation into Zee founders, primarily focusing on Subhash Chandra and Puneet Goenka, reportedly uncovered the potential diversion of approximately Rs 20 billion ($241 million) from the company. This figure is roughly ten times larger than SEBI's initial estimates, raising concerns about financial irregularities within Zee. (Image sourced via CNBC TV-18)

SEBI’s interim order had highlighted concerns of bogus book entries and fund siphoning, leading the MCA to probe potential lapses in corporate governance.

BCCI allows consortiums in media rights auction as Sony, Zee await merger

There are back-to-back cricket tournaments during the festive period this year including the Asia Cup (August 30 to September 17) followed by the World Cup 2023 (October 5 to November 19) and brands want to capitalise on this.

This move could have a considerable impact on Sony Pictures Network India and Essel Group (Zee Network), as they are actively planning for a long-awaited merger.

Digital media industry rejoices as BCCI sets digital base price higher than TV for bilateral matches

In addition to the exclusive 24-hour pre-sale window, Mastercard cardholders will be able to avail a number of benefits. (Image by @BCCI via Twitter)

The e-auction for the media rights, scheduled for August 31, is expected to witness fierce competition between media giants Disney Star, Viacom 18, and Sony Pictures Networks India, as they vie for both TV and digital rights.

BARC expands audience measurement system, adds 25,000 panel homes in 2022

The recent decision was taken under the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 in consultation with other Ministries/Departments of the Government of India, and domain experts specializing in media and entertainment, women's rights, and child rights. (Representative Image: Glenn Carstens-Peters via Unsplash)

The system is reportedly all set to add another 20000 odd homes to the panel in the next three years.

Rajya Sabha passes the Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023

As per TAM numbers for the first half of the year, the top sectors dominating the print advertising landscape in the first half of 2023 came from diverse interests. The education sector claimed the lead with a substantial 19 percent share, emphasising its commitment to reaching a wide audience. Following closely, services and auto industries secured the second and third positions with 16 percent and 11 percent stakes, respectively.(Representational image via Unsplash)

New Bill introduces registration for periodicals, empowers press registrar general and sets penalties for non-compliance.

Ad body ISA pushes for transparency, accountability in advertising

This initiative seeks to safeguard the interests of brands while fostering healthy relationships between advertisers and agencies. (Representative Image: Jon Tyson via Unsplash)

The ISA Media Charter, as it is called, aims to establish data ownership and the right to audit digital and programmatic advertising, ensuring agencies handle sensitive information responsibly.

Zee Case: NCLAT defers IDBI Bank plea hearing in the ZEE matter

In its suit filed in Delhi Sessions Court, ZEE had argued that the article published on 21st February 2024 by Bloomberg, was false and factually incorrect, with a pre-meditated and malafide intention to defame the Company. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

In May 2023, the NCLT at Mumbai refused to entertain IDBI’s plea noting that it was barred under Section 10A of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC).