The Data on AI

News Corp AI Profile

USA Flag New York, NY
AI Readiness Score:   33.6

No. 196 Out Of All Companies Ranked

4 out of 12 in Communication Services and other selected competitors
Total Employees   23,900
Market Cap   $16.47 billion
CEO   Mr. Robert J. Thomson
Exchange   NASDAQ
AI AND DATA STORIES

Our estimates on data scientist numbers for News Corp trace back to several sources that we check on a monthly basis, including the company's website, career boards and other methods.

The number of data scientists a company has is important because it reflects its capability to innovate, scale AI initiatives, and leverage data-driven decision-making to maintain a competitive edge in AI development and application.

News Corp's Public AI Posture

AI Mentions in Quarterly Earnings Calls (2017-Q3 to 2022-Q3): 0.32

AI Mentions in Quarterly Earnings Calls (2022-Q4 to current): 7.1

Post ChatGPT Release, AI Mentions Moved 10.39 Standard Deviations

Posture: Reactionary

News Corp holds 0 patents focused on AI subjects. We have combed through the records of the United States Patent Office for filings related to AI for more than 500 companies. We consider a qualifying patent to be one that primarily concerns artificial intelligence or machine learning. Patents that simply mention these things do not figure in our count.

Examining CapEx shows how much News Corp invests in physical assets, highlighting its commitment to growth and the infrastructure needed to support AI initiatives.

This graph provides a comprehensive view of News Corp's strategic allocation of resources by comparing free cash flow, R&D costs, and CapEx over time, highlighting how investments in AI and innovation are balanced against financial health and infrastructure commitments. It offers insights into whether a company is sustainably prioritizing AI development amidst its broader financial strategies.