The satirical news website, The Onion, has been potentially purchased by Jeff Lawson, the co-founder of cloud computing company Twilio. According to reports, a trust linked to Lawson is connected to a San Francisco-based company called Global Tetrahedron, which recently acquired The Onion. G/O Media CEO Jim Spanfeller confirmed the sale in an email to staff, stating that the new owners have committed to keeping The Onion’s entire staff in Chicago.
Lawson stepped down as CEO of Twilio earlier this year due to company changes and investor pressure. However, when asked about the purchase of The Onion, Lawson responded playfully by questioning what The Onion and a Tetrahedron are. This response left some confused about his move into the satirical news media industry, especially considering previous expectations of a potential entry into politics.
The new owners of The Onion are described as digital media veterans who appreciate the content and comedy produced by the site. Despite rumors and speculations, G/O Media’s spokesperson declined to comment on the situation, leaving room for more questions about the future plans and strategies for The Onion under its new ownership.