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Aaj Tak is Pleased to Announce Significant YouTube Milestone
AajTak becomes the first news YouTube channel in the world to cross 50 million subscribers.
New Delhi, India–(Newsfile Corp. – February 12, 2023) – Over the past two decades, news channel AajTak has become a household brand in India. Recently, the company achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first news YouTube channel globally to cross 50 million subscribers.
The achievement was celebrated in a meeting between Ms. Kalli Purie, Vice Chairperson of India Today Group, and Mr. Gautam Anand, Managing Director of APAC – YouTube, in Singapore. The new development record milestone comes just three years after crossing 10 million subscribers in 2019.
Kalli Purie, Vice Chairperson – India Today Group with Gautam Anand, Managing Director of APAC (Asia and Pacific) – YouTube
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YouTube’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Product Officer, both congratulated the AajTak team.“50M subscribers- what an incredible milestone for AajTak and its news team”, tweeted Susan Wojcicki, CEO, YouTube. Neal Mohan, CPO, YouTube, in his tweet said, “Congratulations, AajTak and team on becoming the first news channel on YouTube to cross 50M subscribers“.
AajTak’s digital journey began in 2009 with the launch of its YouTube channel. Since then, the channel has gained massive popularity, leading to its Diamond play button from YouTube in 2019 for reaching 10 million subscribers. In just three years, AajTak has now become the first news channel to reach 50 million subscribers on YouTube.
The channel’s success can be attributed to its constant experimentation with new formats such as Shorts, investment in its community page, and a focus on breaking stories that appeals to a wide audience. AajTak has also adapted its offerings to meet the changing needs of consumers with the introduction of Shorts and a focus on live streams. Ms. Purie quipped to Mr. Anand in recent meetup following the achievement of the company.
“Trust has always been the foundation for audience engagement at AajTak. It’s no different with our YouTube channel, but on a much wider scale with hundreds of videos getting uploaded every day. We place equal emphasis on having new audiences discover our channel while ensuring loyal viewers revisit and invest in figuring out what works on YouTube – whether this is a nuanced understanding of thumbnails or producing hero content frequently.”
She further added, “AajTak is no longer just a news channel, it is a movement. We are no longer confined to being a news channel. We are present across the web including YouTube, Facebook Instagram, App and Twitter, Koo etc.”
In conclusion, this achievement is a testament to AajTak’s refined channel strategy and its ability to engage with a wider audience through compelling storytelling tailored to individual platforms. YouTube has been at the forefront of India’s mobile revolution, powering the content and creator ecosystem, and propelling the massive growth of video streaming in the country.
About the Company
AajTak is an Indian Hindi-language news channel, owned by TV Today Network, part of the Living Media group. Launched in December 2000, it became the first complete Hindi news channel in India to be broadcast 24 hours. AajTak is known for its wide reach, with a viewership of 56% among news channels, and has a reach of 3 crore households. The AajTak News conglomerate now has the unique distinction of riding its success of over two decades in traditional platforms over to the social and digital universe too. With a universe of leading products around it, the brand now is galloping towards 100 million with a variety of offerings including AajTak channel, AajTak App, AajTak.in, AajTak Bangla and AT2.
Contact
Name: Vivek Malhotra
Company: AajTak, New Delhi, India
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.aajtak.in/
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Blocks & Headlines: Today in Blockchain – January 30, 2025 (Dogecoin, U.S. Army, DeepSeek, Web3)
Introduction
The blockchain and cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve, with major advancements in institutional adoption, regulatory modernization, and innovative applications. Today’s roundup covers Dogecoin’s new blockchain strategy, the U.S. Army’s use of blockchain for tracking aid, notable blockchain startups, domain challenges for Web3 companies, the first AI blockchain agent, and Luxembourg’s legal updates for custody chains. Let’s break down the biggest headlines shaping the future of blockchain technology and decentralized finance.
Dogecoin Unveils Strategic Blockchain Movement
Expanding Beyond a Meme Coin
Dogecoin, often viewed as a lighthearted cryptocurrency, is making serious strides toward blockchain utility with a new strategic initiative aimed at expanding its use case beyond simple transactions. The Dogecoin Foundation has announced plans to integrate layer-2 solutions, smart contracts, and interoperability features, potentially positioning DOGE as a serious competitor in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space.
This move signals a shift in the perception of Dogecoin, which has long relied on community-driven momentum. With the new strategy, DOGE could become an integral part of the growing Web3 ecosystem.
Source: Crypto Briefing
U.S. Army Utilizes Blockchain for Aid Tracking in Ukraine
Military Adopts Emerging Tech for Transparency
The U.S. Army is leveraging blockchain, big data, and generative AI to track billions of dollars in aid sent to Ukraine. This marks a significant step in blockchain’s adoption by governments and defense agencies to enhance transparency and prevent fraud.
By using blockchain for immutable record-keeping, military officials aim to improve logistics tracking, reduce inefficiencies, and ensure secure auditing of aid distribution. This could set a precedent for future government adoption of blockchain-based verification systems.
Source: Breaking Defense
10 Blockchain Startups to Watch in 2025
Innovation Driving the Next Wave of Web3
A new report highlights ten emerging blockchain startups poised to disrupt industries from finance to supply chain management. These companies are working on scalable smart contracts, decentralized identity solutions, and improved cross-chain interoperability.
Among the standout names are startups focusing on privacy-preserving transactions, institutional DeFi tools, and real-world asset tokenization, reinforcing blockchain’s growing role in mainstream finance and enterprise adoption.
Source: Yahoo Finance
Web3 Companies Struggle with Domain Name Challenges
Decentralization vs. Traditional Domain Ownership
As blockchain companies push forward with Web3 adoption, many are encountering significant hurdles in securing relevant domain names. Unlike traditional domains governed by ICANN, blockchain-native domains such as .crypto and .eth exist outside standard regulatory frameworks, leading to disputes and accessibility issues.
Industry experts are calling for greater collaboration between blockchain projects and domain registrars to ensure seamless Web3 adoption while maintaining online accessibility for users.
Source: Domain Name Wire
Klaus Agent Becomes the First Blockchain AI to Use Custom DeepSeek Model
AI and Blockchain Converge
The Klaus Agent, an AI-powered blockchain agent, has integrated the DeepSeek AI model to enhance decision-making, smart contract automation, and decentralized application (dApp) intelligence. This innovation represents a major step in merging artificial intelligence with blockchain networks, allowing for more sophisticated automation in DeFi, NFT trading, and DAO governance.
As AI and blockchain continue to converge, the potential for autonomous smart contract execution and predictive analytics is expected to grow, leading to more efficient decentralized systems.
Source: GlobeNewswire
Luxembourg Modernizes Custody Chain Laws for Blockchain
A Legal Framework for Tokenized Assets
Luxembourg, a key financial hub in Europe, has updated its custody chain regulations to accommodate blockchain-based assets. These changes are designed to facilitate institutional adoption of tokenized securities and digital asset custody solutions.
By providing a clear regulatory framework, Luxembourg aims to attract fintech firms, investment funds, and digital asset custodians, further strengthening its position as a leader in blockchain finance.
Source: National Law Review
Conclusion
The latest blockchain developments underscore the rapid evolution of the industry, from Dogecoin’s strategic shift to military adoption of blockchain for transparency. As AI and blockchain begin to merge, and governments refine regulations, we are witnessing a pivotal moment in decentralized technology.
With institutional interest growing and regulatory frameworks taking shape, blockchain and Web3 technologies are moving closer to mainstream acceptance. Stay tuned for the next Blocks & Headlines briefing as we continue to track the most significant trends shaping the future of decentralized finance and digital assets.
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