Media Moves | 2026-05-20

Media Moves: Journalist and Editor Changes - 2026-05-20

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This edition tracks verified journalist, editor, and newsroom moves across cybersecurity, AI, technology, privacy, data-center, and enterprise IT coverage.

The May 20, 2026 issue features key editorial leadership changes at Axios, The New York Times, and Mashable, including new roles focused on AI standards and national investigations. Significant moves include Michael Zapler joining Axios to lead AI practices and Brendan McCarthy taking over as Investigations Editor for the Times.

Editorial note: All moves were verified through direct newsroom announcements, Talking Biz News reporting, or updated professional profiles. LinkedIn URLs were cross-referenced against official outlet staff directories.

Sources - [Michael Zapler - Senior Editor (Head of Standards & AI Practices) at Axios](https://talkingbiznews.com/media-news/axios-hires-zapler-as-senior-editor) - [Shannon Connellan - Senior Editor at Mashable](https://talkingbiznews.com/media-news/mashable-promoted-connellan-to-senior-editor) - [Riley Beggin - White House Economic Policy Reporter at The Washington Post](https://talkingbiznews.com/media-news/washington-post-taps-two-to-cover-economic-policy) - [Michael Zapler LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-zapler-8717973) - [Shannon Connellan LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-connellan-02642a19) - [Riley Beggin LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rileybeggin)