Context:
The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), the representative body of nearly 600 internet firms and start-ups, recently welcomed the introduction of the Telecom Bill in Lok Sabha.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI):
Establishment:
- Founded in 2004.
- Registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
Nature:
- Not-for-profit industry body.
Representation:
- Sole organization representing the digital services industry in India.
Membership:
- Over 500 Indian and multinational corporations.
- Members span diverse sectors of the digital ecosystem, including both established companies and startups.
Mandate:
- Expand and enhance the online and mobile value-added services sectors.
Unified Voice:
- Dedicated to presenting a unified voice of the businesses it represents to government, investors, consumers, and stakeholders.
Industry Focus:
- Addresses issues, concerns, and challenges of the Internet and Mobile economy.
- Takes a leading role in the development of the digital ecosystem.
Representation of Sectors:
- Encompasses sectors such as digital advertising, digital entertainment, traveltech, online gaming, digital payments, fintech, digital commerce, edtech, healthtech, agritech, big data, ML, AI & IoT, AR/VR, logistics-tech, etc.
Activities:
- Promotes the inherent strengths of the digital economy.
- Evaluates and recommends standards and practices.
- Conducts research and creates platforms for members.
- Communicates on behalf of the industry.
- Creates a favorable business environment.
Advocacy:
- Advocates for free and fair competition.
- Supports progressive laws for the sector.
- Advocates for equitable access and the best quality of services.
- Promotes a safe and secure internet for users.
-Source: Indian Express
