YouTube’s creator middle class is pulling up a seat at the investment tableInvestment firms are recognizing YouTubers as a growing, underserved market. These firms offer capital and tools to help creators scale the...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
Gen ji, and the great phonological divideRaj Kundra's advice to Gen Z Indians highlights cultural and linguistic divides. The Sanskrit alphabet lacks a 'z' sound, impacting compreh...
09 Aug, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
Book recommendations by Nikhil Kamath: Looking for your next read? Check out books on managing money, understanding society, death, finding inner calm and exploring human behaviour, recommended by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil KamathNikhil Kamath's reading list extends beyond finance into psychology and biology. His book selections offer insights into wealth, behavior, ...
09 Aug, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Three in five Americans favour stronger oversight of social media companies: Reuters/Ipsos pollThe poll, which was conducted over the six days ending August 3, comes as companies like Meta Platforms and Google's YouTube face mounting ...
09 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
Mexican Proverb of the Day: "You are known by the company you keep." A life lesson on how your circle shapes youThe proverb "El que con lobos anda, a aullar se enseña" highlights social influence. Our chosen companions significantly shape our habits a...
08 Aug, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
How Boojee Café grew from a 100 sq ft, 15-seat Bandra outlet with Rs 10 lakh investment to Rs 10 crore monthly revenueBoojee Cafe, which started in Mumbai in 2019 with a simple investment, has transformed into a hotspot for celebrities and influencers alike...
07 Aug, 2026, 07.25 PM IST
US to vet social media of foreign journalists applying for visas, report saysThe US State Department will now screen foreign journalists' social media accounts. This initiative expands a Trump administration policy t...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.55 AM IST
Protest is a legitimate form of democratic dialogue, should build consensus: Mohan BhagwatMohan Bhagwat stated protest is a democratic dialogue tool for consensus building. He acknowledged Gen Z's genuine concerns and their desir...
06 Aug, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
Clean social image makes stars the new heroes of the ad worldAdvertisers have shifted their focus, now putting greater emphasis on a celebrity's social media impact rather than their filmography for e...
06 Aug, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Quote of the Day by John Locke: ‘We are like chameleons, we take our hue…’ - Famous English philosopher’s life lesson about friends, family and the company you keepJohn Locke famously noted the significance of our associates in shaping our character. In the contemporary landscape filled with diverse in...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
Thursday Motivation by Jim Rohn: 'The major value in life is not what you get. The major value in life is what you...'Jim Rohn championed the idea that true success lies in personal evolution rather than just financial gain. His philosophy revolved around n...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
As Canada moves to restrict social media for kids under 16, this 21-year-old built an app that wants users to STOP doomscrolling: Lyvio has no ads, algorithms or likesA 21-year-old Canadian student has built Lyvio, a social media app with no ads, algorithms, likes or follower counts. The app is designed t...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
TikTok settling three teen social media lawsuits ahead of trialTikTok has agreed to settle three lawsuits concerning addictive platform designs. Young plaintiffs alleged social media platforms harmed th...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.22 AM IST
Mark Zuckerberg should apologise for removal of PM Modi's video from Facebook: IT panel chief Nishikant DubeyA parliamentary panel demanded an apology from Meta's Mark Zuckerberg for removing Prime Minister Modi's video. Members also sought legal a...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
From reels to real violence: How social media is reshaping crimeOnline platforms increasingly fuel real-world violence, especially among young people. The pursuit of digital validation shapes criminal be...
03 Aug, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Most Australian teens still on social media three months after under-16 ban began, study findsIn a study published on Friday, eSafety also found most children aged between 10 and 15 were using social media just as frequently in March...
31 Jul, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
The creator economy has a new middle classYoung workers now see social media influencing as a plausible career pivot. This shift allows them to earn income through brand deals and p...
24 Jul, 2026, 04.09 PM IST