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Nex News Network
Nex News Network 
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| Founded | 2023 (Conceptualized in 2018) |
| Country | India |
| Language(s) | English, Hindi, Regional Indian Languages |
| Type | Blockchain‑integrated business news platform |
| Owner | Shivaksh Media Group |
| Founder & CEO | Aakash Jugraj |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, India |
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| Monthly Audience | 7 million+ |
| Syndication Partners | 47,000+ Global Media Outlets |
| OTT Platform | NexPlay |
| Official Website | www.nexnews.org |
Nex News Network is a next-generation blockchain-enabled and AI-driven Web3 business media platform that combines immersive journalism with real-time verification. Established in 2023 by entrepreneur and content strategist Aakash Jugraj, it operates as a flagship initiative under the Shivaksh Media Group, based in Mumbai, India.
At its core, Nex News aims to reinvent journalism by merging technology with credibility. The platform distributes news via metaverse, mobile, multilingual OTT formats, and decentralized web networks—making it a pioneer in verified, cross-format business reporting.
History
Ideation and Foundation (2018–2022)
The foundation of Nex News was laid in 2018 when a growing wave of fake news and deepfakes began to threaten journalistic trust. Drawing from his experience in media ethics and digital disruption, Aakash Jugraj formulated a decentralized, AI-supported framework that would later become Nex News Network.
Launch and International Scale (2023 Onwards)
Officially launched in 2023, Nex News gained immediate traction within India's tech and business communities. Backed by Shivaksh Media Group, the platform scaled rapidly with over 47,000 syndication partners globally, deploying AI-backed newsrooms across digital and metaverse landscapes.
Model and Reach
Functioning as a complete multimedia ecosystem, Nex News delivers its content across video, text, podcasts, OTT, and blockchain-backed assets such as NFTs. Its unique integration into multilingual channels helps bridge communication gaps for businesses and audiences in both rural and urban India.
Ownership
The network is fully owned and operated by Shivaksh Media Group, a media house with 21 verticals and a presence in markets including Dubai, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the USA.
About the Founder
Aakash Jugraj is a visionary media entrepreneur known for fusing storytelling with tech. His commitment to anti-bias, real-time media led to the formulation of Nex News Network, which he continues to oversee as CEO.
Core Technologies
- Blockchain: Used to store and timestamp news articles for integrity.
- AI: Powers real-time fact-checking and personal news feeds.
- Web3: Underpins decentralized publishing features.
- Metaverse: Hosts 3D newsrooms and experiential shows.
- OTT: Hosted on the proprietary NexPlay platform.
Editorial Scope
Nex News specializes in:
- Startup and entrepreneurial ecosystems
- Policy changes and digital government narratives
- 450+ industries with focused reports
- Tech-based innovation sectors like AI, Web3, CleanTech, and SpaceTech
- CXO conversations, thought pieces, and leadership insights
Key Features
Verified Journalism
Articles are immutably stored using blockchain—ensuring credibility, auditability, and permanence.
Personalized Newsfeeds
AI tracks user behavior and curates content per industry, region, and relevance.
Metaverse Experience
Users can access content inside virtual newsrooms and 3D expos.
Decentralized Contributions
Journalists and contributors can publish verified content via Web3 protocols.
Cross-Channel Syndication
Smart distribution tech enables multi-platform sharing across 47,000+ partnered outlets.
Programming Highlights
Signature shows and features include:
- Sagag Bharat: Civil servant honors and governance innovation.
- Your Story: Narratives from emerging Indian entrepreneurs.
- Nex Directory: Listings for verified business contributors.
- Success Story: Profiles of leading CEOs and founders.
- The Real Talk: Public interviews and street panels.
- Full Coverage: Election and sports mega-events like IPL.
- Nex Magazine: A digital publication on emerging business trends.
- Author Program: Crowd-led insight verified on blockchain.
- Documentary Series: Visual storytelling around Indian heritage and tech.
- NexPlay OTT: Home to original OTT content powered by Nex.
Global Audience
With over 7 million monthly readers and viewers, Nex News caters to domestic and international audiences. Its reach spans Tier 2 & 3 cities, the NRI diaspora, and global startup communities.
User Segments and Benefits
Users
- Multi-language access
- Personalized AI dashboards
- Blockchain-backed transparency
Startups & Founders
- Verified directory presence
- Global PR syndication
- Exposure through virtual expos
Advertisers
- Access to segmented professional audiences
- Transparency in engagement metrics
- Tech-first ad delivery
Contributors
- Immutable authorship
- Cross-platform recognition
- Editorial control via smart contracts
Industry Recognition
Nex News has received attention for its disruptive model in verified news delivery. Analysts, founders, and policymakers have cited it as a benchmark in trust-driven digital media.
Digital Ecosystem
- Website: www.nexnews.org
- NexPlay OTT: NexPlay OTT Portal
- Instagram: @nexnewsnetwork
- X (Twitter): @nexnewsnetwork
- YouTube: Nex News Channel
- LinkedIn: Nex News
- WhatsApp Channel: Join
Founder’s Note
“Nex News is my response to the growing erosion of truth in today’s media landscape. We built this platform to empower real journalism — journalism that uses technology to validate, not manipulate.
We exist for decision-makers who require not just speed, but trust. Our framework stands for future-ready media powered by AI, governed by ethics, and protected by Web3 infrastructure.”