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Rupert Murdoch Steps Down, Son Lachlan Takes Over News Corp

Despite criticism, Lachlan Murdoch assures 'no change' in Fox News strategy as he assumes leadership.

  • Rupert Murdoch officially steps down as Executive Chairman of News Corp, handing over the reins to his son Lachlan.
  • Rupert Murdoch will now be Chairman Emeritus of FOX Corporation and News Corp, marking his final day at the former on Friday.
  • Lachlan Murdoch, 52, will become the sole chairman of both companies, marking the culmination of a succession plan announced earlier this year.
  • Rupert Murdoch addressed key global issues and the state of journalism in his final remarks, and also spoke about the opportunities and challenges presented by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Despite criticism of Fox News' coverage and political influence, Lachlan Murdoch has vowed to investors that there will be 'no change' in strategy at Fox News.
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