Prime Video, HBO Max executives to headline Series Mania Forum

Prime Video, HBO Max executives to headline Series Mania Forum

The upcoming Series Mania Forum is expected to witness a rise in attendance this year as the global television industry increasingly looks toward partnerships, co-productions and shared financing to navigate a changing scripted content landscape. The forum, the industry-focused segment of the Series Mania Festival, takes place in Lille, France, ...


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India–England T20 WC semi-final sets global streaming record on JioHotstar

The semi-final clash between India national cricket team and England national cricket team in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has set a new global benchmark for digital sports viewership, with record-breaking numbers on JioHotstar. The high-stakes match played on March 5 registered an unprecedented 65.2 million peak concurrent viewers on the st...


MRSI honours top researchers at 7th Golden Key Awards in Mumbai

MRSI honours top researchers at 7th Golden Key Awards in Mumbai

The Market Research Society of India (MRSI) celebrated excellence in the research and insights industry at the 7th edition of the Golden Key Awards held in Mumbai on March 6. The event brought together industry leaders, researchers, brand custodians and young professionals to recognise innovation and impactful work across India’s market resea...


PlayboxTV names industry veteran Tariq Malik as CBO

PlayboxTV names industry veteran Tariq Malik as CBO

PlayboxTV, India’s leading OTT aggregation and digital entertainment platform, yesterday announced an addition to its executive leadership team with the appointment of Tariq Malik as Chief Business Officer (CBO) as the platform continues to disrupt the streaming landscape through aggressive expansion and high-level s...


WhatsApp working on ‘WhatsApp Plus’ subscription

WhatsApp working on ‘WhatsApp Plus’ subscription

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new optional subscription service called ‘WhatsApp Plus’, aimed at offering enhanced customization and advanced chat management features for power users. The premium tier is currently under development for both Android and iOS platforms and could signal the messaging platform’s gra...


Banijay eyes live events as key growth driver beyond TV

Banijay eyes live events as key growth driver beyond TV

Banijay is looking beyond traditional television to unlock new growth opportunities, with live events and franchise extensions emerging as a major focus area for the global entertainment group. The company believes that some of its most valuable intellectual properties can generate stronger engagement and revenue by expanding into immersive expe...