Fireside Media

The End of Media's Philanthropic Whiplash

Forum Stage
December 9, 2025 1:50 - 2:10PM

For decades, media funding has surged and collapsed in cycles, spiking around elections or crises, then evaporating when attention fades. The result is a fragile ecosystem where vital storytelling depends on the mood swings of philanthropy. In this session, H.R.H. Princess Lamia Bint Majed Saud AlSaud joins Matthew Bishop to explore how the media industry can break free from this pattern. Drawing from her leadership at the intersection of business, media, and philanthropy, Princess Lamia offers insights on building sustainable, purpose-driven media ecosystems, where long-term investment, inclusion, and impact take precedence over fleeting attention.

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