Canvas8 spoke to Media Thought Leader Gerd Leonhard about his views on the future of Spotify, mobile streaming and MP3’s and a recent report suggesting a decline in teens’ illegal filesharing.

MTV has expanded its presence in India with a new channel called Pepsi MTV Indies, highlighting local subcultures, including music, film, art and comedy. Targeted at Gen Z, the channel aims to showcase a variety of Indian talent, from street buskers to electro rock bands and graffiti artists.

Today's young Indians aren't 'Indian' at all. They're global consumers with modern values and an increasing desire for an international lifestyle, from Levi's jeans to Starbucks coffee. And the world is beginning to take note.

India’s love affair with western fashion began with savvy product placement in Bollywood movies in the ‘90s. But as tastes move beyond Bollywood, Indian actresses become more famous and fashion blogs become more popular, India’s fashion scene is becoming more prominent on both the big and little screen.