Oracle Heir Buys CBS: The New Media Oligarchy
David Ellison (son of Larry) takes control of Paramount. Bari Weiss tapped for key role? The consolidation continues.
Complaining about 'Big Tech Censorship'
Tech Billionaires buying News Networks
The contradiction: Criticizes censorship while consolidating control.
Paramount Global (CBS, MTV) agrees to merge with Skydance Media, cementing the Ellison family's influence over American culture.
The core record has 3 important points: Deal valued at over $8 Billion. David Ellison's father, Larry Ellison (Oracle), is a major backer. Potential restructuringLoaded Language of CBS News leadership incoming.
Ownership context: Skydance Media (David Ellison / Oracle Fortune). Funding context: Private Equity & Tech Inheritance.
The source trail for this page includes SEC Filing (Skydance/Paramount) and Financial Times Report.
Summary
Paramount Global (CBS, MTV) agrees to merge with Skydance Media, cementing the Ellison family's influence over American culture.
⚡ Key Facts
- Deal valued at over $8 Billion.
- David Ellison's father, Larry Ellison (Oracle), is a major backer.
- Potential restructuring of CBS News leadership incoming.
Oracle Heir Buys CBS: The New Media Oligarchy
Criticizes censorship while consolidating control.
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