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The Indian government has taken a decisive step against real-money gaming, with the Lok Sabha passing the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The law imposes a blanket ban on all online games involving monetary stakes, effectively dismantling an industry that has grown rapidly over the past decade on the back of fantasy sports, rummy, poker, and trading platforms.The bill ends the long-running debate over “games of skill” versus “games of chance,” declaring that any game involving deposits or financial rewards will be illegal. Its provisions extend to offshore platforms accessible in India, granting the government powers to…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Despite all the talk about strategy, innovation and growth, one of the most undervalued assets in modern leadership is something deceptively simple: presence.Not stage presence. Not personal branding. But the steady, intentional presence of a leader who knows how to show up. Especially when it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable or uncertain. In today’s world of constant disruption, remote work, geopolitical shifts and cultural change, presence has become a strategic differentiator. And yet, we rarely talk about it.As the CEO of BGN, a global energy company operating in complex, volatile markets, I’ve seen firsthand how…

Companies are pouring billions of dollars into corporate AI projects, but most have yet to see any measurable returns.A recent MIT report, titled “The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025,” reveals that while U.S. businesses have collectively invested between $35 billion and $40 billion in AI initiatives, almost all of them (95%) are seeing zero return on their investments or no measurable impact on profits. Only 5% are seeing “value” from AI.Related: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Thinks We’re in an AI Bubble Because Investors Are ‘Overexcited’ About Artificial Intelligence The research, which was based on 150 interviews with…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Bigger isn’t always better. When scaling a service business, don’t make the mistake of focusing on growth for growth’s sake, overlooking the personalization, efficiency and trust that today’s consumers are looking for — especially in healthcare, wellness and hospitality.Quality isn’t the only thing that relentless expansion could cost your business: it can also dilute brand identity and erode company culture, ultimately undermining the growth you sought in the first place.As the CEO of Sollis Health, an immediate care medical membership, my deep background in service-based brands has taught me how to efficiently…

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The Karnataka High Court on Wednesday, during the ongoing bike taxi matter, observed that the state government’s move to ban bike taxis in the state was based on an insufficient argument—almost two months after the government instructed a ban on the service. Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru noted that the state government’s argument that the two-wheelers are classified as transport vehicles under the Motor Vehicles Act was “thin”. The court noted that bike taxi operations are legally permitted in 13 states across India, establishing it as a recognised and lawful business. The case is next listed on September 22nd, and the…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When you’re building a business, social media can feel like both a blessing and a burden. On one hand, it’s the most direct, cost-effective way to grow your brand. On the other hand, it can become a time-consuming distraction if not done with purpose.As someone who leads an international franchise brand, and who’s worked with entrepreneurs at every stage from startup to multi-million-dollar operations, I can tell you this: You don’t need to be a digital marketing expert to be effective on social media. But you do need a strategy.Whether you’re just…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Founders often highlight their cash runway slide as a badge of confidence. Eighteen months of capital left, a clean upward revenue line and a plan that feels solid on paper. But when asked what would happen if their monthly spend increased by just $10,000, many hesitate.That hesitation points to a common problem. Most early-stage forecasts assume perfect execution. They miss the quiet drag of cost creep, delayed revenue or hiring decisions made two months too early. A seemingly small change in burn rate can significantly shorten your true runway.More importantly, runway is…

In 2023, India’s cricketing heroes began sporting a new team jersey. Among the many names adorning the newly designed kit was fantasy sports platform Dream 11, which splurged Rs 358 crore to get its name emblazoned across the chest of the players for three years.Dream11 had then replaced edtech firm BYJU’S to become the national team’s lead sponsor. But under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which has been approved by the Cabinet and tabled in Parliament, this may change, as the bill seeks a blanket ban on all online real-money games—the segment in which Dream 11 operates. Under the new…

Hey, wanna buy a soccer team? Because I got a guy. That guy, Sam Porter, is this week’s guest on How Success Happens. Porter co-owns Club Necaxa in Mexico (which is the subject of a new docu-series on FX), Club Equidad (which will be renamed Internacional de Bogota in 2026) in Colombia, and he is the co-owner of the Brooklyn Pickleball Team in Major League Pickleball.The investment groups he leads involve lots of recognizable names in the team ownership game — like Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac and Eva Longoria — so I spoke with Sam to discover why soccer…