The cynic within me thinks it's purely an investment opportunity. However, it is not uncommon practice for the wealthy to purchase a nontrivial stake in popular

The cynic within me thinks it's purely an investment opportunity. However, it is not uncommon practice for the wealthy to purchase a nontrivial stake in popular media publications. Among other things, it allows them utilize their influence to have a seat at the table, so to speak. Whether or not that is a net positive good for society is another topic entirely.