February 6, 2026 10:18 PM

Government push boosts India’s creative economy, strengthens support for content creators

The Union government has stepped up efforts to promote India’s rapidly expanding creative economy, with a series of initiatives aimed at supporting content creators, encouraging innovation, and ensuring a safe, fair and accountable digital ecosystem. In a written reply to Rajya Sabha on Friday, Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said the government recognises the creative economy as a major source of employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for India’s y...

January 9, 2026 12:08 PM

1 Billion Followers Summit kicks off today in Dubai

The fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world's largest gathering dedicated to the content creator economy, opens today under the theme 'Content for Good'. Organized by the UAE Government Media Office and held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the three-day event takes place across iconic venues: Jumeirah Emirates Towers, the Museum of the Future, and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The sold-out summit expects over 30,000 attendees, inc...