James Murdoch buys New York magazine, Vox podcasts for $419 million
James Murdoch has acquired New York magazine and Vox's podcast network for $419 million. This deal represents a significant expansion into the U.S. media landscape for Murdoch, who is the youngest son of Rupert Murdoch. The acquisition aligns with Murdoch's interests in culture and journalism, enhancing his media holdings.
- ▪James Murdoch's Lupa Systems will acquire Vox's podcast network and New York magazine for over $300 million.
- ▪The deal excludes other Vox Media properties like The Verge and Popsugar.
- ▪Murdoch stated that the acquisition reflects a commitment to ambitious journalism and will enhance production and editorial capabilities.
10 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 6 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 4 lean left, 2 centre, 2 right.
- ▪ James Murdoch to acquire New York Magazine and Vox Media Podcast Network — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ James Murdoch to acquire New York Magazine and Vox Media Podcast Network - Reuters — Google News
- ▪ James Murdoch Reportedly Acquires Vox Website, Podcasts, And New York Magazine For $300 Million — Dailycaller
- ▪ James Murdoch buys three Vox Media divisions in deal worth more than $300-million — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ James Murdoch to acquire half of Vox Media in deal reportedly worth $300m — World news | The Guardian
- ▪ James Murdoch buys New York magazine, Vox podcast network — New York Post
- ▪ James Murdoch Buys New York Magazine, Vox Media’s Podcast Network and Vox Website in Deal Reportedly Worth More Than $300 Million — Variety
- ▪ James Murdoch Reveals Deal for New York Magazine — The Hollywood Reporter
- ▪ James Murdoch Buys Half of Vox Media for Over $300 Million, Including New York Magazine — TheWrap
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| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 01:05:51 +1000 |
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