How big tech is creating its own friendly media bubble to ‘win the narrative battle online’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 7 min read 100% complete by Nick Robins-EarlyNovember 29, 2025 at 03:18 PM

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Big tech companies and venture capital firms are increasingly creating their own media outlets to control their narrative amid growing public distrust. CEOs like Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Sam Altman are giving friendly interviews on platforms like YouTube shows and podcasts, avoiding critical media scrutiny. Firms such as Palantir and Andreessen Horowitz have launched their own media ventures, including blogs and podcasts, to directly communicate their message. This trend allows tech leaders to present an unchallenged, positive image of themselves and their companies, bypassing traditional media outlets and algorithms. The goal is to shape public perception and "win the narrative battle online" by creating a supportive media ecosystem.

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Molly O'Shea 40% Satya Nadella 50% AC/DC 50% Sam Altman 50% Mark Zuckerberg 60% Brex 60% Palantir ×270% Elon Musk ×280% Alex Karp ×280%

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big tech 100% media bubble 90% alternative media 80% friendly media 70% narrative control 60% silicon valley 50% content creation 40% andreessen horowitz 40%

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