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Melt Update | 17 May | Dentsu Group revises organic growth guidance and MORE

melt, May 17, 2022

In other news, Netflix is considering launching a live streaming option, as per media reports.

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1. Dentsu Group revises organic growth guidance
Dentsu Group has revised its organic growth guidance for FY2022 to 4-5%, from 4% previously. The group reported 14.9% growth in net revenue at Dentsu Japan Network, and its international business posted a 17.7% uptick in its top line for the first quarter of 2022.

2. Fallout from S4 Capital’s audit problems
S4 Capital has axed annual bonuses for Sir Martin Sorrell and the other executive directors, and the company’s former chief financial officer has stepped down from the board as the fallout from its auditing problems continues.

3. Twitter launches updated Privacy Policy
Twitter revealed an updated privacy policy that is built upon three pillars built with an intent to make Twitter’s privacy practices simple and approachable and encourage users to take charge of their personal information on the platform.

4. DTH operators seek 8% licence fee waiver from MIB
The Department of Telecom (DoT) is considering a proposal to waive the licence fee on broadband services. The DTH operators want the government to extend this policy to the DTH sector which is reeling under challenges.

5. Netflix mulling to launch live-streaming feature
Netflix is considering launching a live streaming option, as per media reports. The streaming platform is finalising the plan, a section of media has confirmed. It could be streaming live reunions of shows or for voting in competition series and live contests.