Matt Brittin has taken the helm of the supertanker BBC, but there are plenty of icebergs in his way | Jane Martinson

Matt Brittin has started as director general of the BBC, emphasizing the need for velocity and navigating challenges such as staff cuts and fake news. He aims to move fast without breaking anything, invoking a sense of urgency. The new director general met with various teams and sent an all-staff email on his first day.