Media ownership

Media ownership refers to who controls or holds the rights to media outlets like TV stations, newspapers, radio, and online platforms. Ownership influences the content, perspectives, and priorities presented to the public. When a few entities own multiple media outlets, it can lead to limited diversity of viewpoints and influence public opinion, politics, and culture. Ideally, diverse ownership ensures a variety of voices and balanced information, fostering an informed society. Therefore, understanding who owns media is key to recognizing potential biases and the range of perspectives available to the public.