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  • Jetsynthesys’ Metaphy Labs launches WardenAI with Spanish PM’s support

    Jetsynthesys’ Metaphy Labs launches WardenAI with Spanish PM’s support

    Mumbai: Metaphy Labs, a subsidiary of Jetsynthesys, has officially launched its cutting-edge AI solution, WardenAI, at the Indo-Spanish Dialogue in Mumbai, witnessed by Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez. This event marks a significant leap in leveraging AI for societal benefit and positions WardenAI as a powerful tool to combat global challenges like misinformation and false news.

    Metaphy Labs’ strategic collaborations in Spain have fueled this groundbreaking development. The company has secured Letters of Intent (LOIs) and initiated early partnerships with leading organisations, including the PRISA Group, starting with platforms such as Huffington Post, CadenaSER, and the Heretics Group, as well as the University of Navarra. These partnerships underscore the recognition of WardenAI’s potential to foster accountability, drive innovation, and bolster AI-powered growth.

    WardenAI is engineered to tackle emerging digital threats, serving as a comprehensive AI safety and trust platform that protects stakeholders across devices and channels in real-time. It reinforces the ‘Right to correct information’ by providing reliable access to verified data.

    At the launch, Metaphy Labs and WardenAI co-founder, Varun Sharma shared an impactful demonstration involving Burkina Faso. Reports of misinformation related to ‘guerrilla donations’ claimed that foreign funds were fueling propaganda and causing social unrest. Utilizing WardenAI’s capabilities to process data from over 200,000 sources swiftly, Metaphy’s team identified the origins of the disinformation within 72 hours, uncovering a coordinated network and flagging over 5,000 suspicious narratives.

    Jetsynthesys founder & CEO, Rajan Navani highlighted the innovation: “Metaphy has been doing pioneering work in AI. With the launch of WardenAI, we have once again broken new ground in the way AI can be harnessed and applied to solve societal problems. Fake news and misinformation is a global issue and WardenAI demonstrates how it can be tackled and its adverse impact mitigated with technology.”

    Metaphy Labs, co-founders, Sharma and Rakesh Sreedhar elaborated on the urgency: “Recent studies estimate that false news spreads 70 per cent faster than the truth online. The financial and social costs of fake news are staggering – it is estimated to cost the global economy $78 billion every year, while its impacts undermine social cohesion and trust in public institutions. We believe that WardenAI is poised to redefine the way AI supports and empowers societies and we are thrilled to see this vision align with the broader Spain-India collaboration and the shared support from Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.”

    Prime minister Sánchez’s endorsement emphasises Spain’s dedication to responsible AI and the shared vision for a resilient AI ecosystem. This collaboration exemplifies joint efforts between Spain and India to advance transparent and ethical AI practices.

  • Comic Con India returns for three days in Hyderabad

    Comic Con India returns for three days in Hyderabad

    Mumbai: Comic Con India is returning to Hyderabad for the first time over three days—15, 16, and 17 November 2024. The event promises an exciting experience for anime, gaming, and pop culture fans, offering a bigger and better celebration of all things geeky.

    Maruti Suzuki Arena presents Hyderabad Comic Con 2024, powered by Crunchyroll, where every attendee will receive number one issue of Radiant Black comic, along with Special Solo Levelling poster by Yen Press & a commemorative Comic Con India Bag.

    Comic Con India founder Jatin Varma said, “We are thrilled to bring the biggest pop-culture celebration, Comic Con India, back to Hyderabad, and this year, we’re taking it up by a notch by extending the festival to three days. The overwhelming passion from fans has fueled us to expand the event, bringing more thrilling experiences with a wider range of activities for everyone to enjoy this season. This will be our biggest event in Hyderabad to date, showcasing the very best in Indian comics, immersive fan activities, cosplay, gaming, geeky shopping, and so much more. I am beyond excited to welcome everyone to what is set to be an epic celebration.”

    Comic Con India will feature panels and exclusive sessions with Amar Chitra Katha, Raj Comics, Crunchyroll, and top creators. Fans can enjoy stand-up performances by comedians Harsh Gujral, Azeem Banatwalla, Ravi Gupta, and Sayed Bashaar, along with live shows by Daisuki Cosplay Band, Geek Fruit, and hip-hop artist Karan Kanchan. Attendees in Hyderabad will also experience Maruti Suzuki Arena, Crunchyroll, Penguin Random House India’s comic book store, and an exclusive Yamaha experience zone.

    Nodwin Gaming co-founder & MD Akshat Rathee said, “Bringing DreamHack and Hyderabad Comic Con together represents the ultimate fusion of gaming and pop culture—a ‘best of both worlds’.  True to Nodwin Gaming’s vision of crafting experiences that own a significant timeshare of mindshare among today’s youth, this powerful integration aims at immersing audiences in vibrant, dynamic entertainment touchpoints.  We are looking forward to an epic weekend packed with immersive activations, thrilling competitions, and nonstop fandom excitement- making this an unparalleled celebration for every gaming and pop culture enthusiast.”

    DreamHack, India’s largest gaming festival, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with an exciting new lineup. Known for LAN tournaments, cosplay, tech expos, meet-and-greets with top content creators, and BYOD zones, the festival’s partnership with Nodwin Gaming enhances its appeal. DreamHack x Hyderabad Comic Con 2024, a three-day event, will be the city’s largest youth entertainment attraction, featuring comics, gaming tournaments, esports competitions, and more.

    The event will showcase upcoming Indian publishing houses and artists like Indusverse, Yali Dreams Creations, Prasad Bhat, and others, along with international artist Josh Blaylock. Key partners include Maruti Suzuki, Crunchyroll, Yamaha, and Lenovo.

    Join us at Hyderabad Comic Con 2024, from 15-17 November at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, from 11 am to 8 pm. Get your passes at www.comiccon.in and BookMyShow.

  • MY FM celebrates ‘Aapke Ghar Ka Diya Jayega Ayodhya’ season five

    MY FM celebrates ‘Aapke Ghar Ka Diya Jayega Ayodhya’ season five

    Mumbai: Dainik Bhaskar Group’s radio brand MY FM recently celebrated the fifth season of ‘Aapke Ghar ka diya jayega Ayodhya.’

    After the massive response to this activity last year, this year too MY FM pledged to collect diyas from the listeners and light them at Ayodhya on the auspicious festival of Diwali.

    The initiative is a vibrant expression of community spirit, celebrating the richness of Indian traditions. This year, it was expanded to all seven states and 30 cities, much larger than before with more than 5,40,000 diyas delivered to Ayodhya by MY FM RJs in 20 days.

    This initiative was strongly supported by Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Ayodhya Nagar Nigam along with collaboration with Fortune Foods, ensuring a lively and culturally rich celebration.

    “The overwhelming response to ‘Aapke Ghar Ka Diya Jayega Ayodhya’ underscores our commitment to provide the best experience to our listeners. We are proud to be a part of this journey making Diwali special and unique,” said MY FM CEO Rahul Namjoshi.

    As MY FM continues to champion cultural initiatives, it reinforces the power of radio as a medium to connect communities and celebrate the diversity that India embodies.

  • Network18’s Moneycontrol hits 10 crore visitors in October

    Network18’s Moneycontrol hits 10 crore visitors in October

    Mumbai: Moneycontrol achieved the milestone of surpassing 10 crore (100 million) unique visitors in October 2024, according to data from Google.

    Moneycontrol’s combination of stock markets data, financial tools, exclusive research on stocks and markets and business news that matters, backed by the power of transactions, has made it an irresistible proposition. Moneycontrol Pro, the platform’s premium subscription service, recently crossed one million subscribers, placing it among the world’s top 15. It has added cutting-edge features every few months to help savvy investors stay on top of markets. The Moneycontrol app is used by over 70 lakh ( seven million) active users per month and is growing rapidly.

    “This is a monumental milestone and Moneycontrol has broken the ceiling as India’s premier digital finance platform,’ said Network 18 chairman Adil Zainulbhai. “This achievement reflects high consumer confidence in the cutting-edge markets data tools and content we offer on Moneycontrol which help users invest their money more smartly.”  

    “The fact that over 10 crore people chose to use Moneycontrol in just one month is a great vote of confidence in the quality of our content and the value it adds for retail investors looking to make investment decisions,’ said Moneycontrol managing editor Nalin Mehta. 

  • Dolby & BTS’s Jin team up for ‘I’ll Be There’ in Dolby Atmos sound

    Dolby & BTS’s Jin team up for ‘I’ll Be There’ in Dolby Atmos sound

    Mumbai: Dolby Laboratories has collaborated with Jin from BTS for the ‘Love More in Dolby’ global campaign. Jin stars in a commercial for his new single ‘I’ll Be There,’ now available worldwide in Dolby Atmos.

    Jin’s first solo album, Happy, will release in Dolby Atmos globally on 15 November.

    “When I first heard my new music in Dolby Atmos, I was truly amazed by the incredibly vivid and immersive experience. It felt like you are right inside the music,” said Jin. “The theme of this new single and the new album is ‘happiness.’ I wanted ARMY (BTS’ fandom) to fully experience the unique flavors of happiness through each song. Now, with Dolby Atmos, I believe fans around the world will feel the exact emotions that I wanted to share, more deeply.”

    “Jin has captivated audiences worldwide through his incredible performances and extraordinary ability to convey emotion through his music,” said Dolby Laboratories SVP and chief marketing officer Todd Pendleton. “With Dolby Atmos, fans will feel even more connected to Jin as they are drawn into the fun sing-along moments and musical details of ‘I’ll Be There’ and his upcoming album.”

    Dolby Atmos offers a new way to create and experience music, immersing listeners inside songs with clear, detailed sound that deepens connections between artists and fans. The format reveals every musical detail, from instruments moving around to a singer’s breath, creating a unique listening experience.

    Directed by Grammy-nominated Colin Tilley, the campaign’s commercial shows how Dolby Atmos can transform ordinary moments by bringing fans into music scenes where Jin delivers powerful performances.

    This commercial is part of Dolby’s ‘Love More in Dolby’ campaign, celebrating immersive entertainment through Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos in music, movies, gaming, and more.

  • Business Today announces jury for BT Best Banks Awards 2023-24

    Business Today announces jury for BT Best Banks Awards 2023-24

    Mumbai: Business Today has announced the jury for the 29th edition of the BT Best Banks Awards 2023-24, highlighting a remarkable panel of leaders from across the gamut of government and industry. This year’s jury not only brings together some of the most experienced voices in banking and finance, but also reflects the growing representation of women in leadership roles within the industry.

    The jury will convene on 11 November to assess India’s banking sector, large non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), and fintech firms, drawing on its unparalleled expertise honed over nearly three decades. The evaluation will be based on insights provided by the knowledge partner KPMG for this initiative, focusing on three key parameters-growth, size, and strength—while conducting a thorough financial ratio analysis covering over 35 sub-parameters.

    Former chair, standing committee on Finance and MoS Finance, Jayant Sinha has consented to Chair this year’s jury.

    The jury boasts of two esteemed women leaders from the financial sector:  J.P. Morgan former chairman, South & Southeast Asia, Kalpana Morparia and former chairman and managing director of General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC), Alice G. Vaidyan. Their inclusion underscores the increasing influence of women in the financial industry and the importance of diverse perspectives in shaping the future of banking in India.

    Other distinguished members of the jury are:

    • Shri Subhash Chandra Garg, Former Finance Secretary & Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Union Ministry of Finance

    • Shri Dinesh Kumar Khara, Former Chairman, State Bank of India

    • Shri Gunit Chadha, Founder & Managing Director, APAC Financial Services; Former CEO, Deutsche Bank, Asia-Pacific

    • Shri AP Hota, Former MD & CEO, National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)

    The jury will evaluate and decide on awards across multiple categories, including Bank of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, Best Bank in Innovation, and Best Bank in Talent and Workforce.

  • Kanika Kapoor to drop global track ‘Matak Matak’ with Timi Boi

    Kanika Kapoor to drop global track ‘Matak Matak’ with Timi Boi

    Mumbai: Kanika Kapoor, known for her powerful vocals and Bollywood hits, is set to release her international collaboration with Afro artist Timi Boi. This project marks a significant milestone in her career, blending Indian vocals with global influences like afrobeats and modern pop.

    The track, ‘Matak Matak,’ is an upbeat, dance-driven fusion of Afro-pop and Indian styles, celebrating cultural diversity. Shot in Lagos, Nigeria, it highlights movement, joy, and cultural unity.

    “Music knows no boundaries, and with Matak Matak, we’ve created a vibrant fusion that brings the best of India and Nigeria together. This cross-cultural collaboration is uniting two musical worlds in an energetic, fresh way. The song is full of life, and I can’t wait for my fans to experience this exciting blend, along with the catchy hook step that brings it all to life,” Kanika expressed.

    This collaboration showcases her originality and commitment to exploring new musical ideas, with more Afro collaborations in the pipeline. As the owner of her record label, Bajao, Kanika continues to break barriers, proving her versatility as an artist, entrepreneur, and mother. Her new single marks another chapter in her journey, blending afrobeats, pop, and Indian sounds for a truly global experience.

  • European Union Film Festival unveils award-winning lineup for 29th edition

    European Union Film Festival unveils award-winning lineup for 29th edition

    Mumbai: The European Union Film Festival (EUFF), an annual celebration of European cinema, the Indo-Europe partnership, and a shared passion for art and culture, returns with its 29th edition. This year, the festival will travel across three cities – New Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad. The festival promises a captivating cinematic journey through 26 award-winning films in 31 languages, offering a window into European society, culture, and people.

    Organised by the delegation of the European Union to India, in collaboration with the embassies of EU member states and regional partners, the festival will kick off in New Delhi, running from 7 -16 November. The New Delhi leg will be hosted across three iconic venues: India Habitat Centre, Instituto Cervantes, and Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan.

    The festival will feature films from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Ukraine. This thoughtfully curated selection of films includes some of the most talked-about European movies that have earned recognition at prestigious international film festivals. Highlights include La Chimera, Baan, Jim’s Story, Afire, What a Feeling, Animal, An Irish Goodbye, Restore Point, The Man Without Guilt, The Teacher Who Promised The Sea, and many more.

    Showcasing the crème de la crème of contemporary European cinema, the festival marks the India premiere of several European films, including, What A Feeling, Because I Love Bad Weather, Stairway To Heaven, Death is a Problem for the Living, Jim’s Story, Without Air, Black Velvet, The Last Ashes, Blood on the Crown, Baan, Horia and The Man Without Guilt. Fostering Indo-European dialogue, the festival will welcome an array of talent from across Europe. Yile Yara Vianello, lead actress in “La Chimera” (Italy), Tomas Vengris, director of “Five & A Half Love Stories in an Apartment in Vilnius” (Lithuania), and Pedja Miletic, producer of “Blood on the Crown” (Malta) will be traveling to New Delhi, India  to participate in  the festival.

    Cinema transcends borders and unites people, sparking empathy, and transforming our understanding of the world. EUFF 2024 celebrates this power of cinema, showcasing a diverse range of European films that resonate universally. Inviting everyone to embark on a cinematic journey through Europe, Hervé Delphin, the Ambassador of the European Union to India, said, “Europe and India are bound by a shared passion for cinema and storytelling, and the EU Film Festival is a vibrant celebration of this unity. This year ‘s #EUFF2024 proposes to Indian public a top selection of  award-winning European films from renowned international festivals, offering a unique #WindowtoEurope through the cinematic lens. I invite you to EUFF 2024; feel free to walk into any screening, sit in the cinema dark room and embark on a luminous cultural journey of entertainment and reflection with a European touch.”

    Veronica Flora and Valerio Caruso, curators for EUFF 2024, added, “This year’s curation delves into the turmoil of the human soul and the often unfathomable complexity of daily life and seeks vital pathways toward peace, brotherhood, and solidarity in an increasingly uncertain future. The 29th edition of EUFF India promises to take audiences on a cinematic journey, surprising them with new experiences by presenting a rich array of genres and languages. It explores the unexpected landscapes of the imagination, revealing the ghosts of the present, while celebrating humankind’s resilience and its relentless pursuit of love and collective fulfilment.”

    The most anticipated and loved film festivals, EUFF 2024 promises an eclectic mix of cinema, with each film offering a fresh perspective, an idea, and unique insights into people and cultures that resonate universally. Get ready for captivating storytelling, riveting performances, and stunning visuals that deliver a truly visceral experience.

     

     

    All films at EUFF 2024 will have English subtitles and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Please note that some of the films are rated 18+, so we recommend checking the ratings before planning your visit.

    The line-up for EUFF 2024 includes the following: 
    Austria/ What a Feeling; Belgium/Employee of the Month (L’employée Du Mois); Bulgaria/Because I Love Bad Weather(Защото обичам лошото време); Cyprus/ Embryo Larva Butterfly; Czech Republic/ Restore Point(Bod Obnovy); Denmark/ Sons (Vogter); Estonia/ Stairway To Heaven (Taevatrepp); Finland/ Death is a Problem for the Living (Peluri- Kuolema on Elävien Ongelma); France/ Jim’s Story (Le roman de Jim); Germany/ Afire (Roter Himmel); Greece/ Animal; Hungary/ Without Air; Ireland/ An Irish Goodbye; Italy/ La Chimera; Latvia/ Black Velvet (Melnais Samts); Lithuania/ Five And A Half Love Stories In An Apartment In Vilnius (Penkios su puse meilės istorijos, nutikusios viename Vilniaus bute); Luxembourg/ The Last Ashes (Läif a Séil); Malta/ Blood on the Crown; Netherlands/ Como el Viento; Poland/ Dangerous Men (Niebezpieczni dżentelmeni); Portugal/ Baan; Romania/ Horia; Slovenia/ The Man Without Guilt (L’uomo senza colpa); Spain/ The Teacher Who Promised The Sea (El maestro que prometió el mar); Sweden/ UFO Sweden; Ukraine/ How is Katia? (Yak Tam Katia?)

    More Information on EUFF:   www.euffindia.com |Instagram | X | FB

  • Pickleball World Rankings to host PWR DUPR India Masters in New Delhi

    Pickleball World Rankings to host PWR DUPR India Masters in New Delhi

    Mumbai: Pickleball World Rankings, the unified global ranking system for pickleball players, is set to host the PWR DUPR India Masters, a PWR700 event on the PWR World Tour, in the capital city of New Delhi. Pickleball, the  racquet sport in the world, is poised to establish a strong foothold in India with the launch of this prestigious event.

    The tournament will take place from 24 to 27 October 2024 at the RK Khanna Tennis Stadium, marking the first fully owned and operated event by PWR following the successful launch of the PWR World Tour in July 2024 in Dubai, UAE. The Dubai launch, attended by PWR’s anchor investor The Times Group, international pickleball officials, and some of the world’s top players, set the stage for PWR’s expansion across the globe.

    All eyes now turn to New Delhi, where an impressive roster of 750 players—both professionals and amateurs—will compete, further solidifying pickleball’s position as a major sport in India. This event is a key milestone for pickleball, boosting its presence on both the Indian and global sports landscapes.

    The PWR DUPR India Masters promises to generate excitement for pickleball as a growing sport, offering players a platform to showcase their talents and earn valuable ranking points. Participants include top international players such as Dustin Boyer (United States), Phuc Huynh (United States), Roos Van Reek (Netherlands), Mitch Hargreaves (Australia), Emilia Schmidt (Australia), Pei Chuan Kao (Chinese Taipei), as well as leading Indian players like Armaan Bhatia and Aditya Ruhela. They will compete for a prize pool of USD 50,000.

    As a PWR700 event, the tournament will award players up to 700 ranking points, which are valid for 52 weeks, directly impacting their seeding and eligibility for future global competitions. The event will also feature a thrilling PWR Battle of the Leagues—Minor League Pickleball, where teams of 2 men and 2 women will compete across different categories.

    PWR CEO Pranav Kohli said, “The PWR DUPR India Masters is a landmark event that highlights the emergence of pickleball as a beloved sport in India for all ages. Our mission is to build a vibrant community around this sport, blending competition and camaraderie. This event not only gives professionals a platform to compete and earn ranking points but also plays a key role in identifying and nurturing domestic talent, fostering a new generation of players and fans.”

    The Times Group managing director Vineet Jain said, “Pickleball is now the fastest growing sport in India. The Times Group is excited to bring The PWR DUPR India Masters, the first PWR700 event to the pickleball community. The PWR DUPR India Masters is the first pickleball tournament to be organised at such large scale in India with the participation of globally recognised players, iconic venue and live streaming of matches for viewers. This will further boost the player and fan engagement and drive many more players to make pickleball as a full-time career option. We at the Times Group are proud to be at the forefront of driving the pickleball growth in India and globally”

    The PWR DUPR India Masters will be live broadcast on Zoom and Mirror Now and streamed on Times Now (TimesNow.in), Pickleball Now (pickleballnow.in), You Tube channels @ZoomTV, and @ @SportsNowHindi. The live broadcast will start at 12 noon on 24 October and 25 October and at 3 pm on 26 October and 27 October.

  • Moneycontrol Pro crosses one million paying subscribers

    Moneycontrol Pro crosses one million paying subscribers

    New Delhi: Moneycontrol Pro, a subscription product from Network18’s Moneycontrol, has crossed one million paying subscribers, emerging among the top 15 worldwide. Moneycontrol Pro’s paying subscription numbers are now close to major international media platforms.

    Moneycontrol Pro has consistently expanded its cutting-edge features to help subscribers navigate the complexities of investing. The platform helps users make informed investment decisions through features such as ‘Spot Winners’ with over 200 powerful stock scanners, ‘Deep Dive’ with quant-based insights, ‘Trade Like a Pro’ with technical ratings and trends, ‘Track Holdings’ of market gurus with big shark portfolios and ’Expert Edge’ with daily and weekly investment ideas.

    “The fact that over a million people chose to repose their trust in our content and offerings is a great vote of confidence for Moneycontrol Pro,” said Moneycontrol chief content & strategy officer Javed Sayed. “It is a tremendous achievement, which puts Moneycontrol Pro among the top 15 news subscription platform in the world.”

    “Our subscription base is breaking new records because we have reduced the arbitrage on information for retail users looking to invest smartly,” said Javed Sayed. “The kind of tools that institutional investors pay a lot of money to use, Moneycontrol makes them available to its subscribers at a fraction of the cost.”