Modernized Graphene platform unites the Los Angeles Times, LA Times Studios, NantStudios, and NantGames; opens a private placement for investors today ahead of a potential Regulation A public offering on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker “LAT.”

LA Times Media Group (LATMG) has launched as an integrated media platform that brings together trusted journalism, premium digital publishing, state-of-the-art virtual production, and global gaming—including esports—into one dynamic engagement ecosystem. The company has opened a private placement opportunity at Join.LATimes.com, to be followed by a potential Regulation A (Reg A) public offering, with an intended NYSE listing under the ticker “LAT.”

Founded in 1881, the Los Angeles Times is one of America’s most iconic news institutions. Acquired in 2018 by Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, the paper has continued to evolve through modernization and innovation while maintaining its journalistic legacy.

Following seven years of strategic investment, LATMG now integrates four key entities—Los Angeles Times, LA Times Studios, NantStudios, and NantGames—into a unified content management and streaming media platform. This structure aims to accelerate premium content creation, live events, and community engagement.

The Graphene platform synchronizes and integrates all four brands, allowing stories to seamlessly transition across multiple formats and communities. This creates a compounding effect of trust, reach, and engagement for audiences across generations.

Investment Opportunity: Eligible investors can participate in this limited-time private offering, which is open exclusively to accredited investors. The offering includes shares of Series A Preferred Stock carrying a 7% annual interest rate and convertible into common stock at a 25% discount to the potential IPO price. The total offering amount is up to $500 million.

Qualified accredited investors can invest as little as $5,000 and become shareholders in the LA Times Media Group. Full offering details and registration are available at Join.LATimes.com.

Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, Chairman and CEO of LATMG, stated:

“When I bought the Los Angeles Times in 2018, the technology to realize my vision for its future as a next-generation media platform did not yet exist. Over the past seven years, we have built the foundation—investing in infrastructure, from new headquarters and test kitchens to podcast and broadcast studios, and a state-of-the-art virtual production campus, all powered by our Graphene software platform. Today, with the launch of the LA Times Media Group, we unite these capabilities into one integrated platform—where accountable journalism meets cutting-edge technology, and our community is invited to join us in shaping the future of storytelling.”

Mark Elenowitz, Managing Director at Digital Offering, which is advising the company, added:

“This is a distinctive capital markets opportunity for such an iconic brand. By combining a private placement with a Reg A public offering, LATMG is democratizing access for investors to participate in its next chapter. This model aligns readers, viewers, and supporters as long-term stakeholders in a unified ecosystem spanning journalism, studios, virtual production, and gaming.”

Learn more about the private and potential public offering at Join.LATimes.com. For specific questions related to the offering or investor accreditation, contact lat@digitaloffering.com.

Note: Accredited investors are defined under Rule 506(c) of Regulation D, as promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under the Securities Act. The shares offered in this private offering are not registered under the Securities Act of 1933 and may not be sold in the U.S. without registration or an applicable exemption.

Additional details, including a private placement memorandum outlining risk factors, can be found at Join.LATimes.com.

Under Rule 506(c), general solicitation is permitted; however, all purchasers must qualify as accredited investors. The SEC defines accredited investors as individuals with a net worth exceeding $1 million (excluding their primary residence) or with annual incomes above $200,000 ($300,000 with a spouse) for the past two years, with the expectation of the same for the current year.

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