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Coverage of Byron Allen in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 11 · 22:19 UTCMost recent: Jun 12 · 13:15 UTC
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  • BUSINESSJun 12 · 13:15 UTCCROSSCUT SEATTLE
    CBS Replaced Colbert With Byron Allen. Here’s Why He Says It Will Work

    CBS replaced 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' with 'Comics Unleashed,' hosted by Byron Allen, who purchased the time slot for $15 million annually. Allen, a media mogul and comedian, argues his apolitical comedy will succeed despite lower ratings, asserting CBS made a sound financial decision.

  • WORLDJun 12 · 13:15 UTCCROSSCUT SEATTLE
    Jube 11, 2026

    Dominique de Villepin discusses wars in Europe and Middle East. Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert recall their tennis careers and battles with cancer. Byron Allen discusses taking over Stephen Colbert's CBS time slot.

  • POLITICSMay 22 · 12:33 UTCTHE GUARDIAN TECH
    Trump postpones executive order on AI over China concerns – US politics live

    President Trump postponed an executive order on AI to avoid hindering US tech firms' competition with China. The article also covers the end of Stephen Colbert's tenure at CBS Late Show, which is being replaced by Byron Allen's Comics Unleashed.

  • BUSINESSMay 21 · 09:00 UTCNBC NEWS
    Byron Allen on how CBS handed him Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ time slot

    Byron Allen has reportedly acquired Stephen Colbert's time slot on CBS's 'Late Show.' This represents a significant shift in late-night television programming and could indicate changes to CBS's late-night lineup.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 14:15 UTCTHE VERGE
    Exclusive: Jonah Peretti explains why he sold BuzzFeed

    Jonah Peretti sold 52% of BuzzFeed to Byron Allen for $120 million, stepping down as CEO and becoming president of BuzzFeed AI. The deal is a liferaft for BuzzFeed, which was at risk of running out of cash. Jonah Peretti will focus on building audiences and influence through AI.

  • BUSINESSMay 12 · 00:14 UTCAXIOS
    Byron Allen strikes deal to buy controlling stake in BuzzFeed and become CEO

    Byron Allen is buying a majority stake in BuzzFeed and becoming CEO, giving the company a lifeline after struggling with debt and shrinking revenue. The deal values BuzzFeed at more than three times its current market cap. Allen will complete the purchase through his family office, Allen Family Digital.

  • BUSINESSMay 12 · 00:03 UTCLA TIMES — BUSINESS
    Entertainment mogul Byron Allen to acquire Buzzfeed, HuffPost

    Byron Allen is acquiring Buzzfeed and HuffPost, with Buzzfeed having fallen on hard times after being an internet sensation. The acquisition is led by Entertainment mogul Byorn Allen. This move may impact the online media landscape.

  • BUSINESSMay 11 · 23:31 UTCMARKETWATCH
    BuzzFeed’s stock more than doubles as beleaguered media company gets a lifeline

    BuzzFeed's stock more than doubled after Byron Allen's family office agreed to take a majority stake in the company. This deal provides a lifeline for the beleaguered media company. The stock was up over 130% in the extended session.

  • BUSINESSMay 11 · 22:19 UTCTHE HILL
    Byron Allen taking over BuzzFeed

    Byron Allen is taking over as CEO of BuzzFeed, replacing Jonah Peretti who will become president of BuzzFeed AI. Allen's investment firm purchased 40 million shares of BuzzFeed Inc. at $3.00 per share. This transition is expected according to a company release.

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