TechCrunch, long regarded as a leading voice in global tech news and analysis, will now join Regent's growing collection of editorial assets. The firm already owns technology-focused publications including PCWorld, Macworld, and TechAdvisor. Regent expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, describing it as an opportunity to broaden its reach in tech media. The acquisition follows a broader trend of M&A activity in the digital publishing sector. In recent weeks, Regent acquired Foundry, while Ziff Davis purchased theSkimm, reflecting renewed private equity interest in scalable, content-driven platforms. For Yahoo, which was itself acquired by Apollo Global Management in 2021, the TechCrunch divestment supports a renewed focus on its core businesses'Yahoo-branded media properties and its advertising technology division. The company has been actively repositioning its portfolio, launching new verticals such as Uncrowned, a combat sports hub, and a sports memorabilia content brand....
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