Media Briefing: New AI-focused roles signal an evolution of AI strategy at news publishers

This week’s Media Briefing looks at newly-created, AI-focused executive roles at publications like The Washington Post and Forbes, moves that reflect how news organizations are making the new technology a core part of their business infrastructures.

• The Washington Post and Forbes are the latest news outlets to elevate executives to AI-focused roles, centralizing oversight of AI strategy and partnerships.
• Google is looking to sign deals with news publishers for an upcoming AI project, L.A. Times owner wants to take the company public, and more.

Publishers have come a long way since cobbling together task forces to experiment and test AI tools. Now, they’re creating new executive roles and teams to manage AI strategy across their organizations.

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