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Ben Shimkus

Trending News Reporter

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Business Insider, AOL, Inc., Yahoo News Singapore

Preston's Summary

Ben Shimkus is a Trending News Reporter at the Daily Mail. He specializes in investigative consumer journalism, with a focus on automotive, consumer, and retail stories, drawing on his extensive experience from The U.S. Sun where he launched the site's first vehicle review section. Ben's work has been featured in prominent publications such as Rolling Stone, Automotive News, and Business Insider.

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Geo Focus

United States (National)

Coverage Attributes:

Beta
Informative: 51 %
Interviews Q&as: 24 %
Data Driven: 22 %

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Most Recent Topics:

  • AI Platforms
  • Generative AI
  • OpenAI
  • Video Games
  • Computer Software
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Robotics
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Pitching Insights

Ben's coverage primarily revolves around cars, car features, maintenance, accidents, and conversions. He frequently cites data and covers government announcements and press releases related to house & home as well as product promotions. To effectively reach out to Ben, consider providing insights into new car features or industry data on consumer preferences in the automotive sector. Additionally, pitches could focus on highlighting innovative car maintenance techniques or addressing common concerns related to accidents or conversions. Given his national focus on the United States, be sure to tailor any geographic-specific information accordingly when reaching out with relevant content ideas.

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