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Social media companies list out worries as Centre readies data protection rules
Social media platforms have said that undoing behavioural tracking of children and targeted advertisements are among the biggest concerns they have with the new data law the government is prepping. The companies are voicing their concerns as rules of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act will be released soon.
Martech jobs on the rise as digital avenues become prominent in marketing
Digitalization has permeated all sectors, including marketing, which is now adapting to significant shifts in consumer behavior through the rise of marketing technology (martech). Martech blends marketing with advanced software tools to gain consumer insights and track marketing performance, ensuring organizational growth.
RBI sets up panel to track online payment frauds; AP Hota to head committee
Along with Hota, representatives of NPCI, State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have been made members of the committee. The platform will establish operational guidelines for the proposed processes, determining the extent of data to be provided by reporting entities such as banks and fintechs. The committee will be responsible for defining these guidelines.
Exploring the allure and strategy of crypto trading: Insights from Parth Chaturvedi of CoinSwitch
Cryptocurrency trading, with its high returns and volatility, attracts investors and traders. Parth Chaturvedi from CoinSwitch Ventures shared insights on market behavior and trading strategies in a recent ETMarkets live stream.
When the third-party cookie crumbles: A new privacy-centric internet emerges
Third-party cookies, which are used to track the online movement of users, are being phased out by Google. A tool to make a user’s internet experience more intuitive, Cookies became a villain when they became intrusive. How will it transform the internet?
Taylor Swift selling private jets with lawyers threatening to prosecute student who is tracking her movements
One of her two private jets has been sold by Taylor Swift with lawyers who are threatening legal action against a student tracking her movements. The data of the Federal Aviation Administration has shown the jet listed under the holding company of Taylor Swift since 2009, is currently been registered to Triangle Real Estate LLC, a company, based out of Missouri.
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With growing appetite, influx of influencers, retail participation in F&O may increase: Tradejini
Trivesh D says: "2024 will be a breakthrough year for the Indian stock market. Newer, untapped industries and stocks will now be looked upon and also may see increased retail participation. The upcoming Indian elections will be another factor to watch closely. The current government is predicted to retain power, with new policies and regulations in the 2024 Budget, impacting various sectors. New emerging markets will also be a key factor to watch."
Mask-up, follow COVID appropriate behaviour: Karnataka govt
Though the state government insisted that it is not imposing any restrictions for now, it has advised people, especially those above 60 years of age, to wear masks. The guidelines also said that Children and individuals displaying symptoms like cold or fever should refrain from attending school. Presently, there are no constraints on people's movement, and there is no screening or testing at border areas.
60 pc of businesses 'off track' to meet sustainability goals: Bain & Company report
In a recent survey conducted by Bain & Company, it has been revealed that a staggering 60 per cent of businesses are falling behind in achieving their sustainability goals. This alarming trend raises concerns about the corporate world's commitment to environmental responsibility. The report also highlights an interesting shift in consumer behavior – a willingness to pay more for sustainable products.
Stagger your money and review asset allocation if skewed towards small & midcaps: Aashish Somaiyaa
“I do not have doubts about the structural element of the MOFSL study but coming to the point about cyclicality moving out of retail investment, I would like to point out with some data that in investor behaviour and investor psychology, the cyclical element still persists. Right now, the flows have been flagging off and the net flow is nowhere compared to where it was a year or two back.”
Betting for long run? 9 behavioural bias that investors should watch out for
Investor behaviour is influenced by several biases that can cloud judgement, resulting in suboptimal investment decisions. Some of these biases include self-attribution, herd mentality, trend-chasing, loss aversion, disposition effect, representativeness, confirmation bias, familiarity bias, and recency bias. Investors should identify and understand these biases to avoid their ill effects.
ET India Rising: India on track to be a $5 trillion economy by 2025, says SBI Chairman Dinesh Khara
In this latest episode of ET India Rising, powered by Visa, Dinesh Khara, Chairman, State Bank of India puts the spotlight on why he thinks India is well-positioned to achieve its dream of becoming a $5 trillion economy by 2025. From the future of financial inclusion to strengthening the MSME ecosystem by addressing the credibility and the confidence gap with the banking system, the leader of India’s biggest lender casts a wide lens providing an ambitious blueprint for building an inclusive economy by 2047.
India, US finalise roadmap for fast-tracking defence tech transfer, co-development of military platforms
The new framework for cooperation was finalised during talks between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his visiting American counterpart Lloyd Austin, two weeks ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Washington.
Data protection bill to drive deep behavioural changes for platforms exploiting data: Rajeev Chandrasekhar
In an interview to PTI, the minister of state for IT and electronics also sought to allay concerns around the issue of government-appointed fact check body, saying the move is not about censorship at all, rather it gives the Centre an opportunity to clarify and respond to any misinformation related to it, something that is critical in a democracy.
Why the behaviour gap matters in equity investing
Behaviour gap turned positive in 2022 as investors continued with SIPs even when markets were turbulent.
Ad video-on-demand biz on growth track
AVOD at Rs 11,000 crore had a 29% share of India’s total digital ad spending 2022, which is expected to grow to almost 40% in the next five years, TAM Media Research said.
PM Modi holds high-level review meeting on Covid, influenza situation, stresses on Covid-appropriate behaviour
The Prime Minister assessed the preparedness of health infrastructure and logistics, status of the vaccination campaign, emergence of new Covid-19 variants and Influenza types and their public health implications for the country.
View: India, G20 presidency and a roadmap for boosting financial inclusion
The drive towards financial inclusion has been unique for each country, conditioned by national priorities, institutional capacity to implement reforms, evolution of financial markets, payments infrastructure, financial capability and cultural beliefs that drive financial behaviour.
From rude behaviour to hustle culture, these 7 toxic practices should die with 2022
Can 2023 begin on a positive note?
3 ways AI can help you stay on track when it comes to managing diabetes
AI can now help you monitor diabetes progression easily.
Mind Over Money: Nothing wrong with chasing the crorepati dream! Key is to avoid behaviour bias, explains Abhijit Chokshi
However, it also depends upon the stocks you select, a majority of companies need constant active tracking as in monitoring their quarterly earnings, sectoral tailwinds, and actions of the management at periodic intervals, and doing it on a part-time basis is dangerous.
Meet DAVE, a 'virtual Labrador' that can interpret signs of dog aggression
The researchers believe Dog Assisted Virtual Environment can help prevent dog bites in the future.
Wary of good score, millennials and Gen Z actively track credit behaviour: Study
OneScore, an app to monitor credit scores, analysed data of 9 million (90 lakh) users across India. It found that more than 46 per cent of the millennials and Gen Z users had an improved credit score in 2021-22. Millennials are defined as those born between 1981 and 1996 (ages 23 to 38 in 2019) while those after 1997 are categorised as the new generation or Gen Z.
How to improve your credit score
A low credit score would mean constraints while getting a higher loan amount sanctioned for a critical purchase. Hence it is important that one has a reasonable credit behaviour with good repayment track record.
Difficulty thinking after a bad night's sleep? Find out the optimal nap time your brain requires to work properly
Sleep is important for brain functioning.
Watch what you surf: Your digital footprints not only hurt privacy but also affect cybersecurity
This data is collected, collated, stored and analysed by various organisations.
When it comes to women, Pablo Picasso's track record paints a dark picture. Could he get cancelled now?
Some of the quotes attributed to him would probably cause Twitter's servers to combust if he said them now.
Time to open economy but with caution: Centre tells states
The government stressed for continued focus on the five-fold strategy of Test-Track-Treat-Vaccination and adherence to Covid Appropriate Behaviour.
Apathy, fatalism or bravado? Decoding ‘no mask-no distancing' public recklessness
It's a combination of apathy and a certain fatalistic attitude, said senior epidemiologist Lalit Kant. Attempting to decode the ‘no mask-no social distancing' recklessness underlining societal behaviour, psychiatrist Nimish Desai added that the public is unable to see the risks and correlate the restrictions on them.
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