Gig Economy Crisis, Media Flux, WBD Rejection, X Payouts: Top 5 News

• Gig economy workers for Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto face severe pay cuts (Rs 80 to Rs 5-10 per order), leading to widespread distress and nationwide strikes.
• India's broadcasting sector in 2025 saw turbulence due to regulatory interventions, policy disputes, and investor caution, impacting FDI and licensing.
• Companies across industries undertook significant rebrands in 2025, driven by technology, consumer behavior, and AI, redefining identities beyond mere logo changes.
• Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is set to reject Paramount Skydance Corp.'s takeover bid again, citing valuation issues and a superior Netflix Inc. proposal.
• Elon Musk hints X may offer higher creator payouts than YouTube to retain original, authoritative content, acknowledging user feedback on fair compensation.

Why It Matters: Major shifts hit gig economy, broadcasting, branding, media mergers, and creator compensation platforms.