Articles for Social Media & Influencers

Rs 700 cr lost in fraud in Cyberabad: Mohanty
6 days, 17 hours ago

Rs 700 cr lost in fraud in Cyberabad: Mohanty

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: FedEx, digital arrests, investment frauds, and so on, have made people residing in Cyberabad limits lose around Rs 700 crore to cybercrime this year, said Cyberabad police. To make more people aware of the existence of cybercrime and to curb this menace, the Cyberabad police has launched a brand-new initiative - Project P.R.O.T.E.C.T - Preventing Risks Online Through Education, …

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Amazon targets social media influencers on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok over product reviews
1 week, 5 days ago

Amazon targets social media influencers on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok over product reviews

Hindustan Times  

Amazon.com Inc. is asking online shoppers to provide information about product testimonials they’ve posted on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, suggesting the e-commerce giant is more aggressively targeting paid reviews that merchants can use to gain a competitive edge. Amazon has automated systems designed to detect paid reviews and other signs of unusual behavior, and employs fraud-detection investigators. In a questionnaire …

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Is Bigg Boss losing its edge? Too much drama or scripted fights?
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Is Bigg Boss losing its edge? Too much drama or scripted fights?

India Today  

For 18 long years, Bigg Boss has masterfully turned chaos into art, captivating millions of viewers on a daily basis. DECLINING STAR POWER Rahul Vaidya, the first runner-up of Bigg Boss 14, expressed concern about the show's declining quality. While talking about the show, Kamya said, “I miss the commanding presence of Bigg Boss's voice, which used to instil a …

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Majority of social media influencers don’t verify information before sharing it, study finds
4 weeks ago

Majority of social media influencers don’t verify information before sharing it, study finds

CNN  

New York CNN — A majority of social media influencers don’t verify information before sharing it with their audiences, a study published Tuesday by the UN’s scientific and cultural arm found, underscoring concerns that some of the biggest online figures can uncritically spread misleading claims. While only 12% of the surveyed influencers said they produced content about “current affairs/politics and …

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Nearly 40% of young Americans get their news from influencers. Many of them lean to the right, study finds
1 month ago

Nearly 40% of young Americans get their news from influencers. Many of them lean to the right, study finds

CNN  

New York CNN — Young American adults are increasingly getting their news from social media influencers, a majority of whom are men and lean to the right, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center. While one-fifth of US adults reported “regularly” receiving their news from online “news influencers” who post about current events, that number climbed to …

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Nearly 40% of young Americans get their news from influencers. Many of them lean to the right, study finds
1 month ago

Nearly 40% of young Americans get their news from influencers. Many of them lean to the right, study finds

CNN  

New York CNN — Young American adults are increasingly getting their news from social media influencers, a majority of whom are men and lean to the right, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center. While one-fifth of US adults reported “regularly” receiving their news from online “news influencers” who post about current events, that number climbed to …

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From Vines to OTT: Bhuvan Bam's Inspiring Journey to Content Creation
1 month, 3 weeks ago

From Vines to OTT: Bhuvan Bam's Inspiring Journey to Content Creation

ABP News  

Bhuvan Bam, a prominent Indian content creator, shares his inspiring journey in a captivating interview. He discusses the genesis of his first video, the challenges of convincing his parents, and the unwavering support of his partner. Bhuvan reflects on his early days, the impact of his friends, and his struggles with alcohol. He provides a glimpse into his next YouTube …

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Finfluencers need to check they are not breaking the law, City regulator warns
2 months ago

Finfluencers need to check they are not breaking the law, City regulator warns

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Finfluencers need to check the products they promote to ensure they are not …

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How Malaysian TikTok influencer’s death has shed light on cyberbullying
5 months, 1 week ago

How Malaysian TikTok influencer’s death has shed light on cyberbullying

Firstpost  

Rajeswary Appahu, who went by Esha on social media, allegedly died by suicide on July 5. I can’t understand why this happened.’’ According to a CNA report, the social media influencer had filed a police report at the Dang Wangi police station in Kuala Lumpur a day before her demise. Cabinet to discuss cyberbullying Malaysia’s communications minister Fahmi Fadzil has …

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Rise of Social Media Influencers in AP Politics
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rise of Social Media Influencers in AP Politics

Deccan Chronicle  

VISHAKHAPATNAM: Politicians in Andhra Pradesh are increasingly turning to social media influencers to reach out to and sway their voters. The interviews of several candidates have been shared across various Vizag-based social media pages, even as the youtubers claimed they were not being paid, and they were only reaching information to their viewers. Chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's recent …

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Shandong event kicks off to display Yellow River culture
1 year, 3 months ago

Shandong event kicks off to display Yellow River culture

China Daily  

Foreign media journalists and social media influencers enjoy a shadow puppet show performed by Fan Zheng'an, a sixth-generation practitioner of the Taishan art of solo puppetry. A cultural event titled "Meeting the Sea along the Yellow River, Global Influencers Explore Shandong's Charm" kicks off on Sept 8, showcasing Shandong's unique tourism resources, local customs, and rapid development to an international …

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Sebi finalising draft discussion paper over guidelines for 'finfluencers'
1 year, 5 months ago

Sebi finalising draft discussion paper over guidelines for 'finfluencers'

The Hindu  

Market watchdog Sebi will be finalising a draft discussion paper in a month or two to formulate rules and guidelines to regulate the mushrooming number of unregistered financial influencers or “finfluencers” who offer investment advisors to the public. The statement from Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch comes on the heels of the income tax department reportedly sending notices to top …

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Guidelines For Social Media Influencers: It’s Hard To Influence Anymore!
1 year, 6 months ago

Guidelines For Social Media Influencers: It’s Hard To Influence Anymore!

Live Law  

In the age of social media, influencers have become a powerful force in shaping consumer behaviors. The influencer had posted a picture of herself with a product without mentioning that it was an To address these concerns, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, through its Department of Consumer Affairs, has issued a set of guidelines called the …

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SA tourism campaigns turn to TikTok 'influencers', but does it work?
1 year, 7 months ago

SA tourism campaigns turn to TikTok 'influencers', but does it work?

ABC  

"Ready to run amok in the most boring state ever?" Social media influencers were given free trips to South Australia to watch an "exclusive" concert by British singer Sam Smith in exchange for two or three posts on their accounts according to documents obtained by the ABC. A report released last week into the concert found there was a need …

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Delhi government to rope in influencers, upgrade tourism website, revamp Coffee Home to boost tourism
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi government to rope in influencers, upgrade tourism website, revamp Coffee Home to boost tourism

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi government has taken a host of initiatives to boost tourism in the city such as roping in social media influencers, upgrading the tourism department website, and teaming up with the archaeology department and cab aggregators among others. The tourism department has also placed its magazines mentioning tourist places across the city in hotels and the department is in …

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Model Vikas Shakya Reveals How Anyone Can Become A Social Media Influencer And Earn Money Online
1 year, 8 months ago

Model Vikas Shakya Reveals How Anyone Can Become A Social Media Influencer And Earn Money Online

ABP News  

Vikas Shakya, the popular model, style icon, and social media influencer, recently shared his insights on how social media influencers can monetize their platforms and build their personal brands. Shakya believes that anyone can become a social media influencer and earn money online by following a few simple steps. In conclusion, Shakya believes that social media influencers have a unique …

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PM meets actors, sportspersons, social media influencers in Bengaluru
1 year, 10 months ago

PM meets actors, sportspersons, social media influencers in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with several film actors, sports personalities, and social media influencers from Karnataka on the eve of the Aero India 2023 show in Bengaluru on February 12. Actors, sports personalities and social media influencers began posting photos of the interaction on social media on February 13. The eminent personalities who called on the Prime Minister included …

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Brand Endorsements By Social Media Influencers: These Latest Govt Guidelines To Curb Misleading Promotions
1 year, 11 months ago

Brand Endorsements By Social Media Influencers: These Latest Govt Guidelines To Curb Misleading Promotions

News 18  

The consumer affairs ministry has released a guide on brand endorsements by celebrities and social media influencers. It added that endorsements must be made in simple, clear language and terms such as “ The guide is released in alignment with the guidelines set by the Consumer Protection Act of 2019. The Act established guidelines for protecting consumers from unfair trade …

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Thumbs Up: The new rules for social media influencers, explained
1 year, 11 months ago

Thumbs Up: The new rules for social media influencers, explained

Firstpost  

Failure to follow the Centre’s new guidelines named ‘Endorsement Know Hows - for celebrities, influencers and virtual media influencers on social media platforms’ will attract a hefty fine of as much as Rs 50 lakh or being barred from endorsing products for up to six years The government on Friday made it mandatory for social media influencers to disclose all …

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Centre issues guidelines to social media influencers to regulate promotions
1 year, 11 months ago

Centre issues guidelines to social media influencers to regulate promotions

The Hindu  

The Centre has released on Friday the endorsement guidelines for celebrities and social media influencers that mandates compulsory disclosure of monitory or material benefits of a product or a brand they are promoting through their social media platforms. Releasing the guidelines at a press conference, Union Consumer Affairs Secretary Rohit Kumar Singh said the disclosures must be prominently and clearly …

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Social media influencers to pay Rs 50 lakh fine if they fail to declare paid promotions
2 years ago

Social media influencers to pay Rs 50 lakh fine if they fail to declare paid promotions

India Today  

The government is planning to impose fines of up to Rs 50 lakh on social media influencers if they fail to inform their followers about paid promotions. Sources close to the development have told IANS that the Consumer Affairs Ministry is implementing fresh guidelines for social media influencers on December 24. So starting today, the social media influencers will have …

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Dangerous 'Barbie drug' Melanotan-II sparks crackdown on social media influencers
2 years ago

Dangerous 'Barbie drug' Melanotan-II sparks crackdown on social media influencers

ABC  

Authorities are warning about a product dubbed the "Barbie drug" that promises to give users a tan without the sun, but can have serious side effects including, in rare cases, melanoma. Key points: Melanotan-II is being increasingly promoted on platforms like TikTok and YouTube The drug has been promoted as a product that can give its users a tan, but …

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TikToker Dylan Mulvaney set to make $1M from endorsements on odd man-to-girl transition show
2 years, 1 month ago

TikToker Dylan Mulvaney set to make $1M from endorsements on odd man-to-girl transition show

Daily Mail  

TikTok influencer Dylan Mulvaney looks set to earn more than $1 million this year from promoting teeth-whitening strips, lipstick and other products to her 8.8 million followers, DailyMail.com can reveal. Dylan Mulvaney earns as much as $100,000 per month pushing brands like EOS, CeraVe and Crest, industry insiders told DailyMail.com Mulvaney may try to emulate the success of TikTok megastar …

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How many likes? Centre's plan to rein in social media influencers explained
2 years, 3 months ago

How many likes? Centre's plan to rein in social media influencers explained

Firstpost  

The move comes as brands are frequently using ‘paid promotion’ by social media influencers. This comes as brands more and more are turning social media influencers for paid promotion and reviews, as per Hindu Business Line. The US Federal Trade Commission has already enforced guidelines for social media influencers, as per Hindu Business Line. Also e-commerce players must disclose as …

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