TechCrunch, one of the tech world’s most influential news platforms, has officially been sold by Yahoo to investment firm Regent, marking the end of a long chapter and the beginning of a new era. The deal, announced jointly by Yahoo and Regent, sees TechCrunch joining a growing roster of tech-focused media assets under Regent’s umbrella. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed, but Yahoo will retain a small minority stake.
TechCrunch, founded in 2005 and known for its deep coverage of startups, venture capital, and innovation, will now sit alongside Foundry publications like PCWorld, Macworld, CIO, and TechAdvisor, following Regent’s recent acquisition of Foundry from International Data Group (IDG). The dual deal signals Regent’s intention to become a key player in the tech media landscape, adding to its expanding portfolio, which already includes outlets like Sunset and Cheddar TV.
According to Connie Loizos, TechCrunch’s editor-in-chief and general manager, the sale has been structured to ensure minimal disruption to TechCrunch’s daily operations. The team will relocate to Regent-leased offices in San Francisco and New York, but editorial leadership and staff will remain intact. “Think of it more like a software update than a system overhaul,” Loizos said.
Yahoo, which acquired TechCrunch through AOL in 2010 for $25 million and later folded it under the Yahoo brand following a $5 billion deal with Apollo Global Management in 2021, acknowledged that TechCrunch’s DNA of original reporting differs from Yahoo’s aggregation-centric platforms like Yahoo Finance, Yahoo News, and Yahoo Sports. Despite the divestment, Yahoo expressed optimism about an ongoing partnership with Regent, focusing on audience growth and content innovation.
Regent echoed the enthusiasm, describing TechCrunch as the “number one publisher for all things startups” and vowing to further expand its reach and impact in global tech journalism.
While much of the media industry faces challenges from AI-driven content and shifting consumption patterns, Loizos noted that TechCrunch has defied trends, steadily regaining readership over the past year.
As TechCrunch transitions to its new ownership, the site’s flagship events—such as the Disrupt conference—will continue, reinforcing its position as a vital voice in the startup ecosystem.
