Brands line up behind Akshay Kumar-hosted Wheel of Fortune IndiaSony LIV has attracted significant sponsors for its upcoming Indian version of 'Wheel of Fortune'. Maruti Suzuki India is the co-presenting...
05 Mar, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
An AIdentity crisisAI is making it really easy to clone and tweak anyone’s likeness. ET explains how this is turning identity into a valued intellectual prope...
10 Feb, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Indian short-form video apps have over 250 million users: RedseerWhile global platforms may be popular among urban users, Indian apps have witnessed greater uptake among audiences in non-metro and semi-ur...
08 Nov, 2023, 02.32 PM IST
Creator-focused startup Cosmofeed launches SuperProfile for micro-entrepreneursWhile there are several global platforms such as Linktree that help creators build a landing page, SuperProfile offers a range of monetisat...
07 Feb, 2023, 12.46 PM IST
Web3: A blockchain-based next era of internet is set to break coverDecentralised internet based on blockchain technology will empower legions of social media creators and reduce their dependence on large so...
03 Jan, 2022, 01.35 PM IST
Glance invests in Collective Artists NetworkThis collaboration is expected to give Glance strategic access to India's top creators and celebrities, while providing disruptive and sust...
25 Oct, 2021, 12.55 PM IST
Facebook sees creator economy a step towards metaverseFacebook has seen over 35% growth year-over-year in the number of monetising creators and video publishers in India and over 160% growth in...
01 Oct, 2021, 08.43 AM IST
Congratulating PV Sindhu on her Olympic podium finish may cost brandsBaseline Ventures is sending legal notices seeking Rs 5 crore damages from P&G, Perfetti, Pan Bahar, Apollo 24/7, Aditya Birla Group and ot...
06 Aug, 2021, 10.14 AM IST
First person account: Lakshminarayan's journey from rookie spectator to professional streamerThe avenues to make a steady income from professional gaming have grown manifold in the last few years, according to Lakshminarayan. A larg...
12 Oct, 2020, 08.30 AM IST
Former Warburg Pincus executives raise $4.3 million to launch ‘TrueFan’The platform aims to connect fans with A-list celebrities through personalised, interactive experiences. For about ₹50, users can play quiz...
26 Aug, 2020, 11.57 PM IST
Short video apps Roposo, Chingari, Trell focus on monetisation as competition heats upWith the advertising market rebounding after the Covid19-led lockdown, the approach of the festival season and a cash-guzzling business to ...
06 Aug, 2020, 06.06 PM IST
Moneyback plan: TikTok to grow content creator base hereAdopts from YouTube playbook, bets on user-generated content to grab advertisers’ attention.
10 Jun, 2019, 08.08 AM IST
Digital entertainment firm JetSynthesys sees a big game in groupsRajan Navani, MD, JetSynthesys told ET that the company is focused on four core areas for the Indian market — astrology, Bollywood, cricket...
27 Jul, 2018, 08.56 AM IST
Cricketer DJ Bravo brings his apparel brand to IndiaBravo, who enjoys a fan following in India too, is looking at monetising on his popularity here with the launch of his official merchandise...
18 May, 2018, 09.45 AM IST
Social media influencers find a perfect picture on Instagram feedAn Instagram feed filled with well-curated experiences and content can be turned into a lucrative business setup.
16 Jan, 2018, 10.36 AM IST
Exceed Entertainment, Wild East Group announce mergerEntertainment management firm Exceed Entertainment and brand development agency the Wild East Group announced merger into one global entity.
19 Sep, 2014, 04.59 PM IST
Celebrities now include social media in endorsement contracts, get paid separately for tweetingSeveral big and small celebrities and sports stars have already started raking in the moolah through social media deals with brands.
17 Jul, 2013, 08.22 AM IST