EUVC VC | E503 | The Fall of TechCrunch Europe & The Future of European Tech Media
Jun 26, 2025
Cathy White, founder of CEW Communications and PR expert, teams up with Dan Taylor, former managing editor at Tech.eu, to dive into the seismic shifts in European tech media following TechCrunch Europe's closure. They discuss how this event reflects broader media transformation and the rise of entrepreneurial journalism. Key insights include the transition from SEO to LEO strategies in media, the crucial role of AI in PR and content creation, and the importance of human touch in the age of technology. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone in the tech space!
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TechCrunch Europe's Closure Impact
- The closure of TechCrunch Europe signals a shift where private equity aims to control the media narrative monopoly.
- European tech stories are underrepresented, emphasizing a need for local media empowerment.
AI's Role in Media Shifts
- AI influences media downsizing and reshapes journalistic roles across Europe.
- Media business models must adapt to AI, changing consumption habits, and reduced spending.
Journalists as Media Entrepreneurs
- Journalists laid off from TechCrunch Europe could band together and start new platforms.
- Successful newsletters like 404 illustrate how former media talents create impactful independent media.