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Disney's Dilemma With Star India Aggravated By Mukesh Ambani's Cricket Moves: Report
Wednesday, July 12, 2023 - 3:04am | 416This story was first published on the Benzinga India portal. Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) is reportedly considering different strategies for its Star India business, which could include partnering with another company or even selling it, marking a shift in dynamics for a significant...
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After $16 VR Headset And Affordable Apple AirTag Alt, Mukesh Ambani's Jio To Launch $12 Phones
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 - 12:00am | 484India's richest man-owned Reliance Jio makes headlines as it gears up to launch a $12 internet-connected mobile phone, aiming to enhance accessibility for millions. What Happened: Reliance Industries, owned and led by Mukesh Ambani, has been gearing up to a $12 internet-connected mobile phone...
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Mukesh Ambani's JioCinema Shakes Up Streaming, Takes Disney Head On: Report
Monday, July 3, 2023 - 2:22am | 432In a strategic move, India’s wealthiest individual, Mukesh Ambani, has swiftly transformed his streaming platform, JioCinema, from a minor provider to a significant competitor to Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS), “Financial Times” reports. Competitive Strategy JioCinema attracted over...
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Disney Fires Up Sports Streaming War Against India's Richest Man On His Home Turf
Friday, June 9, 2023 - 8:25am | 919This article was first published on the Benzinga India Portal. Digital streaming giant Disney+Hotstar, owned by the Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS), announced on Friday that it would make cricket tournaments like the Asia Cup and ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup free for all mobile...
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After $16 VR Headset, India's Richest Man Launches Pocket-Friendly Alternative To Apple AirTag
Friday, June 9, 2023 - 7:56am | 631India’s richest man-owned Reliance Jio’s latest launch is a cheaper alternative to Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) AirTag and other GPS trackers, offering a pocket-friendly solution for tracking lost items. What Happened: Reliance Industries, owned and led by Mukesh Ambani, has...
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How India's Richest Man Could Play A Key Role In Tesla's Expansion Plans
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 8:50am | 815This article was first published on the Benzinga India Portal. Reliance Jio, India’s telecom giant, is reportedly in early talks with Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA), Elon Musk‘s electric vehicle company, about building a private network for Tesla’s operations. However...
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From Apple To Tesla To Meta: Why US Tech Giants Are Eager To Join Forces With This Indian Telecom Titan
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 5:45am | 616India’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, who is making waves in the business world with an impressive partnerships spree, has reportedly roped in Elon Musk‘s Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) to forge a 5G alliance. What Happened: The subsidiary of Reliance Industries – owned and led by Ambani – Jio...
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Is Disney Losing The Streaming War To India's Richest Man? Losing 8M Subscribers Is No Joke
Monday, May 15, 2023 - 2:07am | 597Walt Disney Co‘s (NYSE:DIS) Disney+ Hotstar is bearing the brunt as Reliance Industries, owned and led by India's richest man Mukesh Ambani, amped up its game against global streaming giants with its subsidiary JioCinema. What Happened: Data obtained by CNBC-TV18 earlier...
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Taxing Times For Netflix? India Aims To Cash In On Streaming Giant's Income
Friday, May 12, 2023 - 5:24am | 407This story was originally published on the Benzinga India portal. India is reportedly looking to tax global streaming giant Netflix Inc.'s (NASDAQ: NFLX) income in the country, a first for an international digital consumer company. What Happened? The Income Tax department is...
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Disney Feels The Heat In India As 8.4M Streaming Subscribers Jump Ship In 6 Months
Thursday, May 11, 2023 - 5:55am | 378This story was originally published on the Benzinga India portal. Disney+ Hotstar, a leading streaming platform in India, has lost nearly 8.4 million subscribers in the past six months, according to data from CNBC-TV18. Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) reported a 2% drop in overall Disney+ subscribers,...
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Benzinga Buzz: Hollywood Flourishes Sans Writers, AI's Red Carpet Moment, Elon Musk — Bond Villain?
Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 1:11pm | 805Each week, Benzinga Buzz compiles the latest entertainment news into a cohesive column for your consideration. Read on for the latest updates — both useful and irreverent. Dude, Where's My ChatGPT? Right here, says Ashton Kutcher. And, according to the "That '70s Show" star...
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Benzinga Bulls And Bears: Shopify, Uber, PacWest, And Meta Braces For Challenger Offering $16 VR Headset
Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 1:03pm | 1007Benzinga examined the prospects for many investors' favorite stocks over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories. Stocks finished in the green on Friday afternoon after a strong jobs report, allowing markets to recover from banking concerns and break a four-...
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Apple, Meta Brace For Competition As India's Richest Man Enters VR Headset Battle With A $16 Device
Friday, May 5, 2023 - 6:04am | 524Mark Zuckerberg‘s Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META) and Tim Cook‘s Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) will soon clash fiercely with expensive offerings in the VR headset market. But India’s richest man is looking to play disruptor once again on his home turf with a VR...
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Starbucks Faces Fierce Contest As India's Richest Man Brings UK's Iconic Pret A Manger To Mumbai
Thursday, April 27, 2023 - 5:22am | 513Reliance Industries, owned and led by India's richest man Mukesh Ambani, has now set its eyes on Starbucks with its entry into the coffee segment after launching the country’s first Pret A Manger outlet. What Happened: Earlier this week, the British sandwich and coffee chain...
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Coca-Cola And Pepsi Face New Threat In India As Country's Richest Person Revives Iconic Brand
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 5:48am | 573India's Reliance Industries, led by the country's richest man Mukesh Ambani, has partnered with three popular franchise cricket teams as it seeks to pit Campa, an iconic cola brand, against soft drink giants like Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) and PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP). What Happened: In the...