Social media platform Reddit has taken a big step toward its initial public offering (IPO), as revealed in its recent S-1 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
In a strategic move, the company announced significant investments in crypto assets, spanning Bitcoin, Ether, and the acquisition of MATIC from Polygon. This decision marks an innovative approach by the company in incorporating blockchain technologies into its operations and diversifying payment methods for virtual goods.
According to the document submitted to the SEC, Reddit invested a portion of its excess cash reserves in Bitcoin and Ether. Furthermore, the company adopted Ether and MATIC as payment methods for specific virtual goods transactions, a practice that may extend into the future. “We have invested part of our excess cash reserves in Bitcoin and Ether and have also acquired Ether and Matic as a form of payment for sales of certain virtual goods, which we may continue to do in the future,” highlighted the company in its documentation.
Although the foray into cryptocurrencies is a part of Reddit’s innovation strategy, the company clarified that, to date, cryptocurrencies have not represented a significant source of income. The document reveals: “The net book value of our cryptocurrencies, which consisted primarily of Bitcoin and Ether, as well as all related cryptocurrency activities, was irrelevant for the periods presented.”
The company also emphasized its board of directors’ approval for investments in cryptocurrencies that are not classified as securities by regulatory authorities, signaling an openness to further explore the potential of cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ether. The focus is not only on strengthening your financial reserves but also on integrating these digital assets into diverse practical applications within your product and engineering operations.
With eyes set on the future, Reddit is preparing for a listing on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RDDT”, promising a new chapter in its trajectory already rich in innovation and community.
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Source: https://portalcripto.com.br/reddit-investe-em-bitcoin-ethereum-e-matic-e-prepara-ipo-junto-a-sec/
