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On August 6, 2026, Mediahuis, the multi-platform media group, reported it is tackling the challenge of transitioning from AI experimentation to broader adoption for tangible business benefits with an ambitious and consolidated AI strategy. Previously, on July 30, 2026, Karen Preston, chief commercial officer and a member of the executive leadership team at Mediahuis Ireland, announced she will step down from her role in October. She is credited with playing a central role in transforming Mediahuis Ireland’s commercial revenue model to a more diversified, digitally-led, and multi-platform business. This follows Mediahuis Ireland's agreement on July 3, 2026, to acquire women’s magazine publisher Image Media for an undisclosed fee, a move described as a significant step in its strategy to build a diversified, digitally-led, multi-platform media business focused on premium direct revenue streams. Earlier, on July 1, 2026, Matthijs van de Peppel of Mediahuis Netherlands told participants at the World News Media Congress that the company's playbook for growth focuses on "signature journalism," strong brands, and higher customer value to build a sustainable business model as AI and creators reshape the media industry.
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