Business · 20 May 2026

James Murdoch buys half of Vox Media for $300m

Readers of popular publications will see ownership changes following a significant media acquisition. James Murdoch, 53, is acquiring about half of Vox Media, including New York Magazine and its podcast network, via his company Lupa Systems. This deal, announced on Wednesday, is reportedly worth $300 million and marks his biggest acquisition since a family dispute.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 May 2026 at 18:44

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