Shift in focus for Barefoot from global activities

In a surprising turn of events, Thore Barfuss, the news and society editor at Welt, is reportedly leaving his post to join Burda Verlag. Barfuss has been with Welt for nine years, having joined the team in 2012.

Before his tenure at Welt, Barfuss worked as a journalist at Cicero and THE EUROPEAN. He then moved on to Business Insider Germany, where he gained recognition for his insightful writings. However, the exact timeline of his departure from Axel Springer, the parent company of Welt and Business Insider Germany, and his subsequent move to Burda Verlag is not disclosed.

Barfuss's role at Burda Verlag is not specified beyond being part of their new digital offensive. He is expected to start at Focus Magazine, another publication under Burda Verlag, but the exact starting date and his role at Focus Magazine are not yet known.

The article does not provide information on why Barfuss decided to make this move. It also does not mention any potential successor for his position at Welt.

Barfuss's transition from Axel Springer to Burda Verlag is reportedly complete, marking a significant shift in the journalistic landscape. As Burda Verlag embarks on a new digital offensive, Barfuss's expertise and experience are expected to play a crucial role.

This move comes at a time when the media industry is undergoing significant changes, with digital platforms gaining prominence over traditional print media. Barfuss's move to Burda Verlag is a testament to these changes and the evolving nature of the media industry.

As more details about Barfuss's new role and starting date at Burda Verlag and Focus Magazine become available, we will keep you updated.