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Reddit Inc.

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San Francisco, United States

Reddit is a social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website that allows users to submit content, vote on posts, and engage in community discussions. It serves as a platform for diverse communities to share news, opinions, and content on a wide range of topics.

CCI Score

CCI Score: Reddit Inc.

-25.90

0.07%

Latest Event

Reddit Co-Founder Advocates American Governance of TikTok

Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, as part of Project Liberty, expressed his intention to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations and transition it to a blockchain-based platform, emphasizing the need for American ownership and governance to counter foreign influence.

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Reddit Inc. is currently rated as an Accomplice.

-20 to -29 CCI Score
These companies profit from authoritarian practices through their business dealings. Although they may not be directly enforcing oppressive policies, their actions contribute to the economic and operational sustenance of authoritarian regimes.

Latest Events

  • Reddit Co-Founder Advocates American Governance of TikTok Logo
    APR
    03
    2025

    Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, as part of Project Liberty, expressed his intention to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations and transition it to a blockchain-based platform, emphasizing the need for American ownership and governance to counter foreign influence.

  • Reddit Co-founder Joins Bid for TikTok Logo
    APR
    01
    2025

    Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian has recently joined a bid with businessman Frank McCourt to acquire TikTok amid a politically charged environment, where the Trump administration is actively engaged in discussions to secure an American version of the app. This move, reported by NBC News on April 1, 2025, ties a key figure associated with Reddit Inc. to a high-stakes bid intersecting business and political objectives.

  • Elon Musk Pressures Reddit CEO on Content Moderation Logo
    MAR
    27
    2025

    In a controversial episode, Elon Musk publicly and privately pressured Reddit CEO Steve Huffman regarding content moderation decisions, raising concerns about the influence of authoritarian figures on corporate governance and platform integrity.

  • Elon Musk Pressures Reddit CEO on Content Moderation Logo
    JAN
    27
    2025

    Elon Musk publicly criticized Reddit's content moderation practices and privately messaged CEO Steve Huffman. Shortly after their correspondence, Reddit instituted a temporary 72‐hour ban on a subreddit, raising concerns about external influence compromising impartial moderation decisions.

  • Reddit Inc. $60,000 Lobbying Disclosure Logo
    JAN
    22
    2025

    In Q4 2024, Reddit Inc. disclosed a $60,000 lobbying effort targeting legislative issues including internet liability protections and content moderation measures. Such lobbying activities can be seen as efforts to shape regulatory environments in ways that may bolster corporate interests over democratic accountability.

  • -30

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    January 23

    The disclosed $60,000 in lobbying, focused on internet regulation and content moderation, raises concerns from an anti-fascist perspective. By attempting to influence policies under the guise of protecting online platforms, Reddit Inc. may be indirectly supporting corporate interests that can contribute to a climate of regulatory capture and reduced accountability, factors associated with the rise of authoritarian practices.

    Lobbying Update: $60,000 of REDDIT INC. lobbying was just disclosed

  • Lawsuit Over Reddit’s Content Moderation Practices Highlights Worker Exploitation Logo
    DEC
    01
    2022

    A lawsuit filed by former content moderator Maya Amerson against Reddit alleges neglect in addressing the traumatic effects of content moderation, raising serious concerns about worker rights and the company’s labor practices.

  • -70

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 19

    The article details a lawsuit alleging that Reddit failed to provide adequate mental health support and necessary workplace adjustments for content moderators. This neglect not only harms employees by exposing them to prolonged psychological distress but also underscores broader issues in labor relations within tech companies. Such practices contribute to a system that undervalues worker well-being, aligning with concerns over exploitative labor practices which can indirectly support authoritarian business models.

    Content moderator lawsuits against Big Tech pile up

  • Reddit Accepts Tencent Investment Amid Censorship Concerns Logo
    FEB
    10
    2019

    Amid a $300 million funding round led by Tencent, concerns have been raised by Reddit users over potential censorship. The investment from a Chinese company, known for its alignment with state-sanctioned censorship practices, may compromise the platform's commitment to free speech and allow authoritarian narratives to influence content moderation.

  • -70

    Media Influence and Propaganda

    March 19

    Reddit's acceptance of investment from Tencent—a company tied to Chinese censorship—raises serious concerns about the platform’s potential to be used for suppressing free speech and propagating authoritarian narratives. This score reflects the negative impact on media influence and the risk of enabling repressive content moderation.

    Reddit Users Rally Against Chinese Censorship After $300 Million Funding Round

  • -40

    Economic Collaboration

    March 19

    Reddit's funding round, which includes significant capital from Tencent, indicates a degree of economic collaboration with entities associated with authoritarian practices. This association raises questions about potential shifts in Reddit's governance or content policies influenced by economic ties with an investor known for censorship.

    Reddit Users Rally Against Chinese Censorship After $300 Million Funding Round

  • Reddit hires first lobbyists Logo
    OCT
    04
    2017

    Reddit has engaged its first federal lobbyists to influence internet policy issues such as net neutrality and liability protections, raising concerns about corporate political influence that could enable authoritarian-friendly policies.

  • -40

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 19

    Reddit hiring federal lobbyists marks its entry into direct political engagement, specifically in the realm of political contributions and lobbying efforts. This move is worrisome from an anti-fascist perspective as it suggests an intention to shape internet regulations and policy outcomes that may ultimately undermine democratic accountability and create conditions favorable to authoritarian influence.

    Reddit hires first lobbyists

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