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The Rise of a Tech Giant: Alexis Sobel Fitts Takes the Reins
As the tech industry continues to shape our world, one journalist has been making waves with her in-depth coverage of the sector. Alexis Sobel Fitts, a seasoned editor and writer, has been promoted to Technology Editor for Enterprise and Investigations at a prominent news organization. This move marks a significant milestone in her career, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what she has in store for us.
A new era in tech journalism
Fitts’ journey in tech journalism began in 2013, when she developed a beat examining how technology giants were influencing media and the spread of information. Her work at the Columbia Journalism Review showcased her prescience, with pieces that highlighted the impact of tech on our daily lives. Later, as deputy editor of Jezebel, she guided the website’s daily news and investigative reporting, honing her skills in the fast-paced world of online journalism.
A leader in tech journalism
At Wired, Fitts edited features and essays, running the magazine’s Ideas section. Her work has been instrumental in shaping our understanding of the tech industry and its key players. Her profiles of influential figures, such as Sam Altman and Peter Thiel, have offered unique insights into the world of Silicon Valley.
The hub of tech innovation
Fitts’ new role will see her overseeing coverage of global efforts to regulate technology, as well as a variety of enterprise beats, including the growing influence of generative artificial intelligence and the impact of disinformation on national politics. Her expertise will be invaluable in guiding reporters to produce probing stories that illuminate the political and cultural impact of the tech industry.
The challenges facing the tech industry
As Fitts takes on this new challenge, we can expect to see even more in-depth reporting on the tech industry. Her collaboration with Tech Editor for Corporate and Personal Tech, Yun-Hee Kim, will deliver fresh, urgent, and revelatory coverage of an industry that is critical to our understanding of the world.
A new era of tech journalism
Please join me in congratulating Alexis Sobel Fitts on her new role. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for her and the tech industry as a whole.