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Buzzfeed’s AI-driven content strategy leads to $57M loss
The Wire·March 17, 2026
Buzzfeed’s early adoption of AI to generate articles and quizzes has backfired, resulting in a $57.3 million loss in 2025 and a significant stock price decline. Despite these setbacks, CEO Jonah Peretti plans to continue investing in new AI applications, highlighting the risks and learning curve for media companies integrating AI at scale.