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Hungary’s Indamedia–Ringier merger poses pluralism risks, EU media board says

( April 10, 2026, 14:23 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Hungarian company Indamedia’s takeover of Ringier Hungary’s portfolio, including popular media outlet Blikk, poses risks to media pluralism and editorial independence and may affect the internal market, the newly created European Board for Media Services said on Friday in its first opinion. The deal, which was completed in 2025, strengthens Indamedia’s influence over public opinion and could reduce competing views, amid weak national safeguards and no prior assessment or commitments, the board said.The press release follows. The text of the decision is attached....

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