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Tom Wainwright

Media editor at The Economist, reporting on technology and media matters, here explaining the TikTok ownership deal and its implications.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 22min

Grave new world: the Greenland row’s lasting damage

Tom Nuttall, Berlin bureau chief at The Economist, discusses the fallout from Trump's controversial Greenland remarks, questioning the future of US-Europe relations. He highlights Denmark's sovereignty and the unlikely prospects of a purchase. Meanwhile, Tom Wainwright, Media editor, dives into TikTok's complicated ownership transfer, revealing concerns over user data and algorithm influence. He also examines how shifting political dynamics and financial incentives shaped the deal despite ongoing scrutiny.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 22min

Algorithm and blues: a watershed social-media verdict

Tom Wainwright, The Economist’s media editor, unpacks a landmark California ruling against Meta and Google over addictive platform design. Anton La Guardia, diplomatic editor, maps the maritime chokepoints that can snarl global trade and fuel conflict. Alex Selby-Boothroyd, head of data journalism, explores why animated films have become box-office juggernauts.
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Jun 16, 2020 • 22min

No port in a storm: the world’s stranded sailors

Tom Wainwright, media editor at The Economist, dives into the overlooked crisis of merchant seamen stranded at sea due to COVID-19. He sheds light on 1.3 million seafarers facing neglect while playing a crucial role in global trade. The discussion also tackles the dangerous rise of misinformation during the pandemic, revealing its impact on political divides. Additionally, Wainwright explores Britain's puppy demand surge, touching on the darker side of breeding practices and the emergence of a black market. It's a captivating look at the human and societal costs in unprecedented times.

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