Protocol, the tech-focused website from Politico, to shutter – Axios
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Politico plans to wind down Protocol, the tech news website it launched in 2020, by the end of the year, according to a company-wide memo obtained by Axios.
Why it matters: It represents a major shift from earlier this year, when Protocol's president told Axios that the outlet was in growth mode and planned to add 25 new positions to support new products, such as a climate and policy-focused tech newsletters.
Details: Around 60 staffers will be impacted by the changes, with dozens expected to be laid off, according to CNN, which first reported the news.
Flashback: Protocol got off to a rocky start, launching just weeks before the pandemic-driven shutdowns in 2020.
What to watch: In addition to the news about Protocol, Sheikholeslami announced a new joint executive team that will manage both Politico's U.S. and European operations.