Influencer boom masks growing ad fatigue as brands chase clicks over brand-building: KantarIndian marketers might be overestimating influencer impact, as a Kantar report reveals Gen Z fatigue with sponsored and AI ads. While creat...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
A free smartwatch gift cost an Egyptian 750 million pounds after cybercriminals allegedly used it to empty his accountsA free smartwatch offer turned into a $15 million disaster for an Egyptian businessman, highlighting a sophisticated 'real-time phishing' s...
02 Jul, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app storeSouth Korea's antitrust watchdog has accused Google of abusing its dominance in the Android app market. The Korea Fair Trade Commission all...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Nithin Kamath reveals Zerodha's playbook: No ads, no sales targets, customer-first approachZerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said the brokerage's growth stems from prioritising customer interests over aggressive expansion. He highlighted ...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
Instamart appoints Gautam Swaroop as CBO amid broader leadership reshuffleSwaroop will oversee Instamart's commercial operations across customer-centric growth, category management, as well as brand relationships ...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
A man searching a field in England found a 1,700-year-old Roman gold ring so rare that it later sold for £78,000A British metal detectorist, Kevin Minto, unearthed a stunning 1,700-year-old solid gold Roman ring, a find now captivating American audien...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app storeSouth Korea's antitrust regulator alleged on Wednesday that Alphabet's Google abused its dominant position in the Android app marketplace t...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.39 AM IST
Worries arise over gaming of WhatsApp usernamesThe feature, expected to roll out later this year, will allow users to connect using usernames instead of sharing their phone numbers. Whil...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.01 AM IST
Someone buried a curse 1,800 years ago to destroy an enemy using Egyptian magic; archaeologists have just found itA small lead tablet unearthed in the Netherlands is revolutionizing our understanding of ancient Egyptian magic's reach within the Roman Em...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
Australia sues Amazon unit over alleged breach via Prime Video adsThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) alleged that between November 2023 and August 2025, Amazon Australia used unfai...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
Brands flock to India’s England tour as marquee bilateral cricket holds ad appealCricket's enduring appeal is driving significant advertiser interest for India's tour of England, despite a generally cautious market. Broa...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
Suits & Sayings: Hot ShotET’s roundup of the wackiest whispers in corporate corridors.
28 Jun, 2026, 11.37 PM IST
Enhance experience with ads, not ruin itThe integrity of football is at risk with FIFA's introduction of hydration breaks, which double as advertising opportunities. Players and c...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the...' - Stoic philosopher's timeless lesson on anger and self-controlMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and philosopher, is remembered for his leadership during challenging times and his profound wisdom. His pe...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
Online: Two-thirds of Indians (66%) have encountered a health or wellness scam: McAfee Health & Wellness researchNew research from McAfee reveals a surge in health scams targeting Indians, particularly young adults. Scammers are exploiting influencer t...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Optimised to death, remembered by noneWhen brands go after metrics and impressions, what is forgotten is getting into the minds of customers.
24 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
AI-generated ads should be exempt from EU transparency rules, retail association saysThe European Union AI Act, which enters into force on August 2, requires companies to clearly label where artificial intelligence has bee...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.00 PM IST