News YouTube’s updated terms tell publishers to submit details in tune with the IT Rules 2021 The platform's decision reflects its acquiescence with the controversial Rules being contested in courtrooms across India. Aihik SurNovember 29, 2021
News TV Today’s feud with Newslaundry comes to a head with lawsuit for copyright infringement The copyright dispute between TV Today and Newslaundry which hinges on fair usage has made its way to court. MitakshOctober 28, 2021
News YouTube says it will demonetize “low-quality” videos targeted at kids, here’s what this means YouTube's trying to make the platform more appropriate for kids but its latest guidelines could have unintended consequences. Sarvesh MathiOctober 27, 2021
News In Newslaundry vs Aaj Tak, is YouTube allowing the misuse of copyright claims to stifle dissent? After 55 copyright complaints in 2 weeks, YouTube took action; but could the decision have been more than just a bad call? Nishant KauntiaOctober 20, 2021
News YouTube announces ban on anti-vaccine content for all approved vaccines, not just COVID vaccines Under the new policy, claims like vaccines containing tracking devices will not be tolerated but there are some exceptions too. Sarvesh MathiSeptember 30, 2021
News Google announces a slew of new measures to protect the safety of children on its platforms Major social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram have also taken steps to ensure the safety of children online while India’s draft PDP Bill... Sarvesh MathiAugust 11, 2021
News Will the e-commerce rules apply to YouTube following Simsim acquisition? Under the new rules proposed by the government, marketplace e-commerce entities cannot sell goods on their platform, flash sales are banned, and foreign products... Sarvesh MathiJuly 22, 2021
News Facebook, Google, TikTok, and Twitter make commitments to tackle the abuse of women on their platforms While the move is a key first step, it also raises questions about addressing the root problem, curbing free speech, and establishing a time... Sarvesh MathiJuly 5, 2021
News Google publishes IT Rules-mandated report on content removals in India Out of a total of 27,762 user complaints received by Google, 96% of them were related to copyright issues. Google on Wednesday published its... Aroon DeepJune 30, 2021
News YouTube updates terms on facial data collection, monetisation, and tax on US earnings YouTube on Wednesday notified its non-US users that it is updating its Terms of Service on the collection of facial recognition data, the company’s... Sarvesh MathiMay 19, 2021