John Malone to resign as chairman of Liberty Media and Liberty Global, according to FT.
John Malone's Departure: John Malone will step down as chair of Liberty Media and Liberty Global, continuing to manage his personal investments and retain his stake in the Atlanta Braves.
Legacy in Media: Malone is recognized for his significant contributions to the cable TV industry and played a key role in the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, adapting to the rise of streaming services.
Focus on Motorsports: He recently oversaw the spin-off of certain assets from Liberty Media to concentrate on its motorsports subsidiaries, including Formula One and MotoGP.
Liberty Global's Operations: Liberty Global maintains a strong presence in Europe, managing broadband, video, and mobile services through brands like Virgin Media O2 and VodafoneZiggo.
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