55 articles from Medianama
The cybersecurity researcher alleged that the authorities failed to act in time after he flagged the "hardcoded master password" and other vulnerabilities in the CBSE online marking portal. The post…
The cybersecurity researcher alleged that the authorities failed to act in time after he flagged the "hardcoded master password" and other vulnerabilities in the CBSE online marking portal. The post CERT-In failed to act on vulnerabilities flagged in the CBSE online marking portal appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
WhatsApp is rolling out a username feature that lets users connect without sharing phone numbers. Users can set a public identity while keeping their number private, with a broader rollout expected i…
WhatsApp is rolling out a username feature that lets users connect without sharing phone numbers. Users can set a public identity while keeping their number private, with a broader rollout expected in the coming months. The post WhatsApp rolls out usernames: What changes, what stays the same appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Warning that the control of "platforms, infrastructure, data" by tech actors could create "new dependencies & exclusions," Pope Leo said we must decide whether AI will serve humanity or deepen i…
Warning that the control of "platforms, infrastructure, data" by tech actors could create "new dependencies & exclusions," Pope Leo said we must decide whether AI will serve humanity or deepen inequality. The post Here is what Pope Leo XIV said about artificial intelligence appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Search is no longer just a list of links. Google’s latest AI updates turn it into a conversational assistant powered by Gemini. The post Google I/O 2026 Adds Search Live and AI Mode to Google Search …
Search is no longer just a list of links. Google’s latest AI updates turn it into a conversational assistant powered by Gemini. The post Google I/O 2026 Adds Search Live and AI Mode to Google Search appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Founder Abhijeet Dipke has moved Delhi HC challenging MeitY's decision to block the Cockroach Janta Party's X account and website under Section 69A, days after the satirical party went massively vira…
Founder Abhijeet Dipke has moved Delhi HC challenging MeitY's decision to block the Cockroach Janta Party's X account and website under Section 69A, days after the satirical party went massively viral. The post Timeline: Cockroach Janta Party’s account withholds, website blocking, and the Delhi HC petition appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
MediaNama has compiled stakeholder submissions to MeitY on the March 2026 draft amendments to the IT Rules after the ministry said submissions would not be publicly disclosed. The post Stakeholder su…
MediaNama has compiled stakeholder submissions to MeitY on the March 2026 draft amendments to the IT Rules after the ministry said submissions would not be publicly disclosed. The post Stakeholder submissions on MeitY’s March 2026 draft IT Rules amendments appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Amid RBI's NBFC nod, investors alleged that MobiKwik assured them of fixed-deposit-like returns and easy withdrawals but diverted those funds and blocked withdrawal without consent. The post NBFC li…
Amid RBI's NBFC nod, investors alleged that MobiKwik assured them of fixed-deposit-like returns and easy withdrawals but diverted those funds and blocked withdrawal without consent. The post NBFC licence, pending FIRs: Did the RBI look the other way on MobiKwik? appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Nearly 2 years after signing an MoU with Amazon for parcel delivery, India Post has signed a deal with Flipkart for faster OTP-based authentication and real-time tracking in parcel delivery in remote…
Nearly 2 years after signing an MoU with Amazon for parcel delivery, India Post has signed a deal with Flipkart for faster OTP-based authentication and real-time tracking in parcel delivery in remote areas. The post After Amazon, India Post partners with Flipkart for parcel delivery in remote areas appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Meta blocked an ERC Instagram reel in India showing Andhra Pradesh farmers alleging forced land acquisition for Google's AI data center, raising concerns about journalistic censorship and transparenc…
Meta blocked an ERC Instagram reel in India showing Andhra Pradesh farmers alleging forced land acquisition for Google's AI data center, raising concerns about journalistic censorship and transparency. The post Meta blocks Environmental Reporting Collective’s Instagram reel on Google’s AI data center in Andhra Pradesh appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The CCPA has launched a probe into whether online travel platforms are charging cancellation fees beyond what airlines actually levy. The post India’s consumer regulator to investigate online flight …
The CCPA has launched a probe into whether online travel platforms are charging cancellation fees beyond what airlines actually levy. The post India’s consumer regulator to investigate online flight booking platforms over cancellation fees appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Google used I/O 2026 to unveil agentic AI systems, new Gemini models, autonomous assistants, upgraded AI search, creative tools, AI glasses, and a $100/month Ultra plan targeting developers and power…
Google used I/O 2026 to unveil agentic AI systems, new Gemini models, autonomous assistants, upgraded AI search, creative tools, AI glasses, and a $100/month Ultra plan targeting developers and power users. The post Here are all the major products Google announced at I/O 2026 appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Pronto’s AI training pilot involving recordings inside customer homes has triggered privacy concerns and government scrutiny. The post Everything to know about Pronto’s in-home AI recording pilot app…
Pronto’s AI training pilot involving recordings inside customer homes has triggered privacy concerns and government scrutiny. The post Everything to know about Pronto’s in-home AI recording pilot appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
MeitY may notify the final IT Rules amendments by the end of May, even as concerns grow over IDC powers and regulation of user-generated news content. The post Government may notify draft IT Rules am…
MeitY may notify the final IT Rules amendments by the end of May, even as concerns grow over IDC powers and regulation of user-generated news content. The post Government may notify draft IT Rules amendments by month-end: Report appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Zee has said that FAST and ALTD services should be defined as "services that distribute linear television channels to consumers through apps or web-based platforms over the internet." The post Zee op…
Zee has said that FAST and ALTD services should be defined as "services that distribute linear television channels to consumers through apps or web-based platforms over the internet." The post Zee opposes JioStar, seeks television-style regulation for free streaming TV services appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
When age verification fails & automated filters get bypassed, how do we ensure child safety online? Experts at the MediaNama event discussed whether the solution lies in banning platforms or con…
When age verification fails & automated filters get bypassed, how do we ensure child safety online? Experts at the MediaNama event discussed whether the solution lies in banning platforms or content moderation. The post Can content moderation be a solution for children’s online harms? #NAMA appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Lenskart has begun rolling out its AI smart glasses brand 'B by Lenskart' with 30k pre-orders, as it pivots to a consumer-AI model and expands globally amid growing competition from Google and Meta. …
Lenskart has begun rolling out its AI smart glasses brand 'B by Lenskart' with 30k pre-orders, as it pivots to a consumer-AI model and expands globally amid growing competition from Google and Meta. The post Lenskart rolls out AI glasses amid mounting privacy concerns: Q4 FY26 earnings call appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The Calcutta High Court has ruled on IndiaMART’s plea against ChatGPT link exclusion, but the order leaves bigger questions unanswered. The post Calcutta HC refuses to order OpenAI to show IndiaMart …
The Calcutta High Court has ruled on IndiaMART’s plea against ChatGPT link exclusion, but the order leaves bigger questions unanswered. The post Calcutta HC refuses to order OpenAI to show IndiaMart links on ChatGPT: what this means appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Speaking about the concerns of age verification at scale, the experts highlighted the privacy & surveillance risks of age-assurance systems, as they have to verify everyone, and anonymity is saf…
Speaking about the concerns of age verification at scale, the experts highlighted the privacy & surveillance risks of age-assurance systems, as they have to verify everyone, and anonymity is safety. The post ‘They’ll have to verify everyone’: privacy & surveillance implications of age verification at scale #NAMA appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The deal allows Spotify to launch a new AI tool as a paid add-on for Spotify Premium users, which lets fans create AI mixes and provides artists with an additional income. The post Spotify and UMG s…
The deal allows Spotify to launch a new AI tool as a paid add-on for Spotify Premium users, which lets fans create AI mixes and provides artists with an additional income. The post Spotify and UMG strike landmark deal to let fans create licensed AI covers and remixes appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Texas has sued Meta and WhatsApp, alleging the companies misled users about end-to-end encryption while retaining internal access to private messages through employee and contractor systems. The post…
Texas has sued Meta and WhatsApp, alleging the companies misled users about end-to-end encryption while retaining internal access to private messages through employee and contractor systems. The post Texas sues Meta and WhatsApp over encrypted chat claims appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Experts at a MediaNama roundtable debated whether age verification systems for children can ever work at scale without compromising privacy. The post Any technical measure can be circumvented’:…
Experts at a MediaNama roundtable debated whether age verification systems for children can ever work at scale without compromising privacy. The post Any technical measure can be circumvented’: Is it feasible to implement age verification at scale? #NAMA appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The European Commission has published draft guidelines clarifying when AI systems qualify as high-risk under Article 6 of the EU AI Act. The post Lowdown: How the EU decides which AI systems are R…
The European Commission has published draft guidelines clarifying when AI systems qualify as high-risk under Article 6 of the EU AI Act. The post Lowdown: How the EU decides which AI systems are “high-risk” under the AI Act appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Reserving the order, Justice Subramonium Prasad said the content doesn't show a personality rights violation, as it is just criticism of Raghav Chadha's political decisions. The post Delhi HC questi…
Reserving the order, Justice Subramonium Prasad said the content doesn't show a personality rights violation, as it is just criticism of Raghav Chadha's political decisions. The post Delhi HC questions Raghav Chadha’s personality rights plea, reserves order appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
A Bengaluru roundtable on child online safety explored age verification, digital literacy, parental responsibility and the role of schools in reducing online harms. The post Digital Literacy: How par…
A Bengaluru roundtable on child online safety explored age verification, digital literacy, parental responsibility and the role of schools in reducing online harms. The post Digital Literacy: How parents and schools can build children’s agency against online harms #NAMA appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
In the Q4FY26 earnings call, MakeMyTrip CEO revealed how its AI agent Myra has scaled into a transaction agent directly assisting with over 200,000 bookings & 45% of users coming from smaller ci…
In the Q4FY26 earnings call, MakeMyTrip CEO revealed how its AI agent Myra has scaled into a transaction agent directly assisting with over 200,000 bookings & 45% of users coming from smaller cities. The post MakeMyTrip Q4FY26: Myra scales to 80,000 daily conversations, now a full transaction agent appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
X has withheld the Cockroach Janta Party account in India just days after its launch and rapid growth, as concerns rise over increasing social media restrictions targeting satire, journalists and act…
X has withheld the Cockroach Janta Party account in India just days after its launch and rapid growth, as concerns rise over increasing social media restrictions targeting satire, journalists and activists. The post X withholds Cockroach Janta Party account in India days after launch appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
UK regulator Ofcom has warned TikTok and YouTube over their failure to explain how recommendation systems protect children, as Snap, Meta, and Roblox commit to new anti-grooming safety measures. The …
UK regulator Ofcom has warned TikTok and YouTube over their failure to explain how recommendation systems protect children, as Snap, Meta, and Roblox commit to new anti-grooming safety measures. The post TikTok, YouTube face fresh Ofcom scrutiny over child safety appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
RBI has proposed revised loan recovery rules allowing lenders to restrict certain smartphone features in default cases while banning harassment by recovery agents. The post Now, lenders can disable s…
RBI has proposed revised loan recovery rules allowing lenders to restrict certain smartphone features in default cases while banning harassment by recovery agents. The post Now, lenders can disable smartphone functions in case of default: Where do RBI’s new draft rules fall short? appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
NPCI is building a unified, interoperable Soundbox for merchants, letting them accept UPI payments from any app via one device. While it cuts costs for merchants, it could dent revenues for PhonePe, …
NPCI is building a unified, interoperable Soundbox for merchants, letting them accept UPI payments from any app via one device. While it cuts costs for merchants, it could dent revenues for PhonePe, BharatPe, and Paytm. The post NPCI to roll out one Soundbox for all UPI apps: What it means for retail payments appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Karnataka High Court stays criminal proceedings against Amazon over pirated copies of Kannada journalist Ravi Belagere's book, as the company invokes IT Act's safe harbour provision in its defence Th…
Karnataka High Court stays criminal proceedings against Amazon over pirated copies of Kannada journalist Ravi Belagere's book, as the company invokes IT Act's safe harbour provision in its defence The post Karnataka HC stays FIR against Amazon over pirated copies of Ravi Belagere’s book appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng questioned PM Narendra Modi and Indian officials on press freedom and human rights during the Prime Minister’s Norway visit. The post Norwegian journalist’s Instagram …
Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng questioned PM Narendra Modi and Indian officials on press freedom and human rights during the Prime Minister’s Norway visit. The post Norwegian journalist’s Instagram account suspended after viral PM Modi press briefing clip appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The newly introduced Priority Postpaid uses 5G network slicing to deliver a more stable and dependable mobile experience, as customers will get reliable connectivity even during congestion. The pos…
The newly introduced Priority Postpaid uses 5G network slicing to deliver a more stable and dependable mobile experience, as customers will get reliable connectivity even during congestion. The post Airtel becomes first Indian telecom operator to launch 5G network slicing services for postpaid users appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Discord has rolled out end-to-end encryption for all voice and video calls by default, completing a multi-year effort. The feature covers DMs, group calls, voice channels, and Go Live streams, but te…
Discord has rolled out end-to-end encryption for all voice and video calls by default, completing a multi-year effort. The feature covers DMs, group calls, voice channels, and Go Live streams, but text messages remain unencrypted. The post Discord rolls out End-to-End Encryption for all voice and video calls appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Experts at a MediaNama roundtable discussed how social media platforms expose children to cyberbullying, grooming, addiction, and mental health risks. The post The harms of social media: What is driv…
Experts at a MediaNama roundtable discussed how social media platforms expose children to cyberbullying, grooming, addiction, and mental health risks. The post The harms of social media: What is driving proposed age restrictions for children on the internet appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Madras HC stayed Tamil Nadu police's blanket social media blocking orders on X, ruling they lacked individualised reasoning, violated free speech safeguards, and bypassed proper procedure under the I…
Madras HC stayed Tamil Nadu police's blanket social media blocking orders on X, ruling they lacked individualised reasoning, violated free speech safeguards, and bypassed proper procedure under the IT Act. The post ‘Lack of application of mind & recorded reasons’: Madras HC stays Tamil Nadu police blocking order appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
IRDAI has directed insurers to review their cybersecurity posture and submit an action taken report on AI cyber readiness by May 22. The post India’s insurance regulator orders firms to strengthen de…
IRDAI has directed insurers to review their cybersecurity posture and submit an action taken report on AI cyber readiness by May 22. The post India’s insurance regulator orders firms to strengthen defences against AI-powered attacks by May 22 appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
HDFC AMC reported a cybersecurity incident to BSE and NSE after an anonymous source claimed access to its IT infrastructure. Operations remain unaffected, even as SEBI tightens cybersecurity rules am…
HDFC AMC reported a cybersecurity incident to BSE and NSE after an anonymous source claimed access to its IT infrastructure. Operations remain unaffected, even as SEBI tightens cybersecurity rules amid rising AI threats. The post HDFC AMC notifies cybersecurity incident on IT infrastructure, says unlikely to affect business appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Saregama says AI-generated “slop” music is seeing little traction and insists streaming revenue should reward genuine IP, not purely AI-made content. The company plans AI licensing deals, backs paid …
Saregama says AI-generated “slop” music is seeing little traction and insists streaming revenue should reward genuine IP, not purely AI-made content. The company plans AI licensing deals, backs paid streaming growth, and says strong catalog economics continue to drive revenue despite industry disruptions. The post No value should be assigned to purely AI generated content: Saregama to streaming platforms appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Delhivery reported strong Q4 FY26 results with express parcel shipments surging 72.5% YoY. The company is expanding into fintech, deploying AI across operations, and scaling new businesses in local a…
Delhivery reported strong Q4 FY26 results with express parcel shipments surging 72.5% YoY. The company is expanding into fintech, deploying AI across operations, and scaling new businesses in local and international logistics. The post No reason for XpressBees to exist: Delhivery’s Sahil Barua appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Airtel executives called India's telecom pricing "broken" due to unlimited plans, pushed for tiered pricing, highlighted AI handling 14 billion spam calls, and outlined plans for sovereign cloud and …
Airtel executives called India's telecom pricing "broken" due to unlimited plans, pushed for tiered pricing, highlighted AI handling 14 billion spam calls, and outlined plans for sovereign cloud and Africa expansion. The post Q4FY26: Airtel says ‘rich are paying less than they ought to’ as it pushes pricing overhaul in earnings call appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Nazara Technologies is reinventing itself as an AI-driven global gaming company, with gaming now contributing 90% of EBITDA, while planning NODWIN's IPO and potential divestment of non-core businesse…
Nazara Technologies is reinventing itself as an AI-driven global gaming company, with gaming now contributing 90% of EBITDA, while planning NODWIN's IPO and potential divestment of non-core businesses The post Q4FY26: Nazara is betting big on AI and gaming as NODWIN eyes IPO and divestments planned appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Delhivery CEO Sahil Barua questions Amazon's third-party logistics play, arguing captive networks will always prioritise first-party orders, making the model costlier and less viable for external cli…
Delhivery CEO Sahil Barua questions Amazon's third-party logistics play, arguing captive networks will always prioritise first-party orders, making the model costlier and less viable for external clients. The post Amazon’s third-party logistics biz does not make any sense: Delhivery CEO appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
X has tightened daily limits for free, unverified accounts — capping posts, replies, and DMs — while pushing users toward paid Premium subscriptions that unlock the blue tick, fewer ads, and revenue …
X has tightened daily limits for free, unverified accounts — capping posts, replies, and DMs — while pushing users toward paid Premium subscriptions that unlock the blue tick, fewer ads, and revenue sharing. The post X imposes daily limits on unverified users: Here’s what changes appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Rapido has raised $240 million led by Prosus at a $3 billion valuation, with plans to expand into new markets, grow its driver network, and deepen its presence in smaller Indian cities. The post Rapi…
Rapido has raised $240 million led by Prosus at a $3 billion valuation, with plans to expand into new markets, grow its driver network, and deepen its presence in smaller Indian cities. The post Rapido raises $240 million At $3 billion valuation appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The US Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act of 2025 in a 15-9 bipartisan vote, establishing regulatory rules for digital assets, splitting oversight between the CFTC and SEC. The post Lo…
The US Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act of 2025 in a 15-9 bipartisan vote, establishing regulatory rules for digital assets, splitting oversight between the CFTC and SEC. The post Lowdown: What is the landmark US cryptocurrency regulation passed by the Senate Banking Committee appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
A Delhi court has ordered OpIndia to temporarily remove two articles about journalist Swati Chaturvedi, ruling their continued circulation could cause "irreparable" harm to her reputation during a pe…
A Delhi court has ordered OpIndia to temporarily remove two articles about journalist Swati Chaturvedi, ruling their continued circulation could cause "irreparable" harm to her reputation during a pending defamation suit. The post Delhi court orders OpIndia to remove articles on journalist Swati Chaturvedi appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
The Delhi High Court asked the CCI not to pass a final order in its App Store probe against Apple while the company’s constitutional challenge remains pending. The post Delhi High Court asks CCI not …
The Delhi High Court asked the CCI not to pass a final order in its App Store probe against Apple while the company’s constitutional challenge remains pending. The post Delhi High Court asks CCI not to pass final orders in Apple investigation appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
While Jio said that FAST is OTT because it is delivered over the public internet, Sony underlined that FAST operates at the application layer and is structurally distinct from network infrastructure.…
While Jio said that FAST is OTT because it is delivered over the public internet, Sony underlined that FAST operates at the application layer and is structurally distinct from network infrastructure. The post Sony & Jio say FAST services are OTT, oppose TRAI’s proposal appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Shadowfax plans to launch 100 dark stores in FY27 as it scales its vertical quick commerce ambitions. The post Shadowfax sees quick commerce as next growth engine, plans to add 100 dark stores in FY2…
Shadowfax plans to launch 100 dark stores in FY27 as it scales its vertical quick commerce ambitions. The post Shadowfax sees quick commerce as next growth engine, plans to add 100 dark stores in FY27 appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Refusing to stop the Dhurandhar's OTT release, the court said that the suppression of material facts weakened the interim relief claim as they remained silent on previous infringements. The post Del…
Refusing to stop the Dhurandhar's OTT release, the court said that the suppression of material facts weakened the interim relief claim as they remained silent on previous infringements. The post Delhi HC refuses to stop ‘Dhurandhar’ OTT release in “Tirchi Topiwale” copyright dispute appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Dainik Bhaskar said publishers have jointly approached the CCI against Google amid growing concerns over AI-driven search and revenues. The post Dainik Bhaskar, other media firms file CCI complaint a…
Dainik Bhaskar said publishers have jointly approached the CCI against Google amid growing concerns over AI-driven search and revenues. The post Dainik Bhaskar, other media firms file CCI complaint against Google over revenue sharing appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
ED freezes Rs 526.49 crore of Gameskraft's assets in a money laundering probe, alleging BOT manipulation, cheating on rummy platforms, and operations in states where real-money gaming is banned. The …
ED freezes Rs 526.49 crore of Gameskraft's assets in a money laundering probe, alleging BOT manipulation, cheating on rummy platforms, and operations in states where real-money gaming is banned. The post ED freezes Rs 526 crore in Gameskraft probe, alleges use of bots in online rummy games appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
OpenAI has endorsed the Kids Online Safety Act and new AI safety bills while positioning artificial intelligence as essential public infrastructure. The post OpenAI backs kids safety law, says AI mus…
OpenAI has endorsed the Kids Online Safety Act and new AI safety bills while positioning artificial intelligence as essential public infrastructure. The post OpenAI backs kids safety law, says AI must avoid social media’s failures appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
A Bihar court granted interim relief to Puja Entertainment in a major dispute over Bollywood film and music rights. The post Bihar court upholds producers’ rights over film and music catalogues appea…
A Bihar court granted interim relief to Puja Entertainment in a major dispute over Bollywood film and music rights. The post Bihar court upholds producers’ rights over film and music catalogues appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
In his letter to the ADG of Police, Maharashtra Cyber, the transport minister alleged that the platforms have been operating passenger transport services without govt approval or compliance to regula…
In his letter to the ADG of Police, Maharashtra Cyber, the transport minister alleged that the platforms have been operating passenger transport services without govt approval or compliance to regulations. The post Maharashtra Transport Minister seeks shutdown of Ola, Uber, Rapido ‘bike taxi’ services appeared first on MEDIANAMA.