"Reddit's Controversial IPO: The Inside Story"

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Reddit's S-1 filing for its IPO has raised concerns among Redditors, with many expressing skepticism and criticism. The filing reveals that Reddit is not profitable and faces significant risk factors, leading to doubts about its viability as a business. The company's approach to monetization, including a directed shares program for power users, has been met with skepticism and accusations of being a gimmick. CEO Steve Huffman's leadership and decisions have also come under scrutiny, with users expressing discontent and predicting negative outcomes for Reddit's future as a publicly traded company.
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