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By  Storyboard18| Feb 24, 2025 5:35 PM
Michael McNamara's session will delve into Europe’s approach to AI governance, industry pushback, enforcement mechanisms and the role of international cooperation in shaping AI laws.

At Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave, a global view on AI regulation and media transformation

Michael McNamara, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Co-chair of the European Parliament's AI Working Group, will deliver a special address at the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025 on February 27 in Delhi.

Ranveer Allahbadia row: Are AI or virtual influencers the answer to avoiding scandals and controversies?

Brands could increasingly swap scandal-prone humans for AI influencers who never mess up, demand pay raises, or tweet something regrettable at 3 a.m. . Read More

App stores, brands, influencers and fake reviews: AI-generated ratings and fake reviews on app stores are cause for concern

Calling out the fake reviews, Zerodha's Nithin Kamath said, “I wonder how many Google India Play Store and Apple App Store reviews are genuine. I was going through Zerodha's reviews and compared them with those of other financial services apps in India. Most of the 5-star reviews seem fake — many even read like AI-generated content.”

Consumer advocacy groups demand ban on opinion trading platforms in India

Many advertisements, including influencer promotions, falsely portray earnings as risk-free, potentially violating ASCI and CCPA guidelines on deceptive promotions.

Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025: MIB Secretary Sanjay Jaju to discuss vision for India’s media transformation

Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of the MIB, will detail the government’s initiatives to empower both digital and traditional media. His address will emphasize efforts to support sustainable industry growth, drive innovation, and enable new monetization models in an AI-driven media landscape.

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First Published onFeb 24, 2025 5:35 PM

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How it WorksMIB’s Ashwini Vaishnaw at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave: Govt working for fair compensation for media houses

At the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw spotlighted the critical role of traditional media in an evolving digital landscape. He emphasized that such gatherings can aid the govt in formulating more effective policies for a balanced and sustainable media ecosystem.

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