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    Multiplexes’ ticket price hike may hit small budget films

    • 17.05.2022
    • LiveMint

    With multiplex chains across India raising ticket, and food and beverage (F&B) prices, by at least 20% post-covid, small budget films may suffer as the move may keep audiences recovering from economic stress away from the theatres.

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    One of the last few countries without modern data protection law, why India need an urgent revamp

    • 16.05.2022
    • Telecom.com/EconomicTimes

    The existing IT Act is a relic of its time and does not adequately cater to modern data protection requirements.

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    Pirate Bay’s Crypto ‘Token’ is Barely Alive After Just One Year

    • 16.05.2022
    • TorrentFreak

    One year ago, The Pirate Bay released its very own 'crypto' token out of the blue. There was no official whitepaper for this soft launch, but the torrent site envisioned the 'coin' being used to access VIP content or donate to uploaders. Thus far, nothing has come of it. People don't seem interested in the 'project' and the price continues to drop.

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    Global SVOD subscriptions to grow by 485 million: Research

    • 16.05.2022
    • IndianTelevision

    Global Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD) subscriptions will surge by 485 million between 2021 and 2027 to reach 1.69 billion. Six US-based platforms will have 988 million paying SVOD subscribers by 2027, up from 612 million in 2021, according to a report by Digital TV Research.

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    A.R. Rahman’s Directorial Debut ‘Le Musk’ to Premiere at Cannes XR

    • 16.05.2022
    • Variety

    “Le Musk,” the directorial debut of Oscar, BAFTA and Grammy winning Indian composer A.R. Rahman (“Slumdog Millionaire”), will have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Market’s Cannes XR program.

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    Russia’s Forced Licensing Plan For ‘Enemy’ Content “Legalizes Piracy”

    • 16.05.2022
    • TorrentFreak

    After entertainment companies announced suspensions of new business in Russia, the government faced key questions: What happens when the supply of new movies and music runs dry and existing licensing agreements for older content expire? It appears that the Kremlin has a plan for 'enemy' content but according to legal video platforms in Russia, it will effectively legalize piracy.

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    MIB seeks comments on MSO-delivered platform services

    • 16.05.2022
    • IBW News

    The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has sought public views and inputs on platform services that are delivered by MSOs as part of pre-regulation consultations.

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    5G to open infinite possibilities, propel growth

    • 16.05.2022
    • Telecom.com/EconomicTimes

    In today’s era of digitalization, roti, kapda, and makan are barely enough to meet the basic need of consumers around the world. here is a constant urge to stay connected today, which during the pandemic became a necessity with everyone sitting in the isolation of their homes.

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    Regional, Hollywood films steal the show from Bollywood

    • 16.05.2022
    • LiveMint

    The past few months have seen Bollywood cinema underperforming at the box office with regional language films and Hollywood releases easily drawing more audiences

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    Netflix Exploring Live Streaming For First Time; Plans To Roll Out For Unscripted Series & Stand-Up Specials

    • 16.05.2022
    • Deadline

    Deadline understands that the streamer is exploring the launch of live streaming. It plans to roll out the capability, which Netflix confirmed was in the early stages of development, for its swathe of unscripted shows and stand-up specials.

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