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This article has been contributed by Chandra Mani, Founder, Useful Garbage Creations. The way we consume entertainment has changed forever, and Indian OTT platforms are riding the wave in style. With binge-worthy web series, global blockbusters and homegrown dramas that resonate across cultures, India’s streaming services are making their
Over-the-top (OTT) communication services like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal are subject to structured control, according to India's telecom regulator. Law enforcement organisations and telecom providers expressed worries about security and spam control, which prompted this call. Speaking on the second day of the India Mobile Congress 2024, Anil
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) stated on 30 September 2024 that to guarantee consistency, regulatory certainty, and protection for shareholders who engage in long-term capital to the sector, the new service authorization regime in the telecom sector must maintain the contractual nature of the current licenses. The telecom
The chairman of telecom regulator Trai stated on 25 September 2024 that the agency will move quickly to accelerate the pricing of satellite spectrum before addressing the matter of regulating over-the-top apps such as Google Meet, Telegram, and WhatsApp. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) Chairman RC Lahoti announced that
The telcos' proposal to control over-the-top (OTT) communication services like WhatsApp, Google's RCS, and Telegram has been met with resistance from these companies, who point to the Information Technology Act (2000) as the reason why applications are already subject to regulation. The OTT industry's governing
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The Indian film industry has historically stood as a dynamic and captivating pillar of popular culture. It has delighted audiences worldwide with its extravagant productions, compelling narratives, and melodious soundtracks. However, in recent times, this industry has experienced a notable transformation fueled by the rapid ascent of over-the-top (OTT) platforms.
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“Hey! What’s your plan for the weekend?” Let’s "Netflix and chill"! Today, "Netflix and chill" is not just a phrase, but a synonym for our weekend plans. It's a cultural shift that has taken place between Gen X and Gen Z. Think
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Netflix is a popular streaming service that provides users with access to a wide variety of TV shows, movies, and documentaries. It was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in California, USA. Initially, the company was focused on providing DVD rentals by mail but in 2007, it
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OTT platforms or Over-The-Top platforms have gained popularity across the globe, especially since the pandemic. OTT services allow access to all the contents including movies, TV shows and other forms of entertainment through the help of the internet. The advent of OTT platforms has bypassed the requirement of cable and
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Surviving in the market with so many competitors around is pretty tough. Many companies don't even run a month before they shut down! And among these, one of the biggest failures was Quibi. You may not even hear about this company. But this is of a very recent
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Gone are the days when TV or movie theatres were the only way to absorb video content. India has seen a tremendous rise in the consumption of video content on various online platforms in the last couple of years. The major reason behind this exponential growth is often attested to
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The PayU Insights report had stated that during 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic and the mass restrictions laid down by the countries, the digital platforms and the digital apps had seen a huge surge in their user base which is over more than 100%. Let’s look at how