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October 14, 2024

Formidable London tech journalist Steve O’Hear dies aged 49

Former TechCrunch reporter Steve O’Hear has died after a short illness, his team announced today


Amy Lewin and Freya Pratty

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Many cited the influence of the late Steve O'Hear, a stalwart of TechCrunch's European operation.

Former London tech journalist Steve O’Hear has died aged 49 after a short illness, his team announced today.

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Amy Lewin

Amy Lewin is Sifted’s editor and host of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow her on X, LinkedIn and Bluesky

Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is a senior reporter and investigations lead at Sifted. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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