Evgeny Lebedev is a Russian-British businessman who has been making headlines recently due to his ownership of Lebedev Holdings Ltd, a company that has been criticized for its high-volume approach to digital publishing. Born on May 8, 1980, Lebedev is the son of Alexander Lebedev, a former KGB agent turned billionaire businessman.
Lebedev's rise to prominence began in the early 2000s when he started working for his father's company, National Reserve Corporation. He later went on to become the owner of several newspapers, including The Independent and the Evening Standard, which he purchased in 2010 and 2009, respectively.
In recent years, Lebedev has been in the news for a number of reasons. In 2019, he was appointed to the House of Lords by former Prime Minister Theresa May, a move that was criticized by some due to his lack of political experience. Lebedev has also been involved in a number of high-profile events, including the infamous "black tie and boots" party that he hosted at his Italian villa in 2018, which was attended by a number of high-profile guests, including former Prime Minister David Cameron.
More recently, Lebedev's company, Lebedev Holdings Ltd, has come under fire for its high-volume approach to digital publishing, which has led to duplicated stories and alienated some of its journalists. At least one editor has already resigned as a result of the company's practices. Despite these controversies, Lebedev remains a prominent figure in the world of business and media, and his actions continue to be closely watched by many.
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