{
  "id": 17132247,
  "title": "Barry Diller has a plan for monetizing legacy media in the AI age",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/barry-diller-has-a-plan-for-monetizing-legacy-media-in-the-ai-age",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-29T22:07:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/barry-diller-career-pivots-ai-in-media-mgm-deal-2026-10"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Barry Diller, a prominent figure in the publishing industry and chairman of IAC, has demonstrated an exceptional ability to adapt and evolve throughout his career. Having ventured into various sectors such as network television, Hollywood studios, and the early internet, Diller's resilience and strategic thinking have been key to his success. In an interview with Business Insider's Peter Kafka for The Long Play, Diller shared valuable insights on what drives success in the modern business landscape, emphasizing the importance of timing, nerve, and the ability to pivot when necessary. During the discussion, Diller provided his perspectives on the integration of artificial intelligence and discussed the unexpected collapse of a deal involving MGM Resorts. Despite his advanced age, Diller expressed his determination to continue working as long as he can remain engaged and contribute meaningfully to his endeavors. Southern Living magazine is one of the legacy print publications that Diller is leveraging to generate new revenue streams, showcasing his innovative approach to monetizing traditional media in the age of artificial intelligence. The interview, titled \"The Art of the Comeback: A Masterclass on Resilience,\" underscores Diller's enduring impact on the media and technology industries.",
  "summary": "As part of Business Insider's The Long Play, media executive Barry Diller shared his thoughts on what successful businesses require.",
  "key_points": [
    "Barry Diller adapts to AI age, shares success insights",
    "Southern Living magazine generates new revenue streams",
    "Diller determined to work as long as engaged"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}