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Categories: BUSINESS · TECHNOLOGY

Reddit AI licensing and growth

Entities: Jen Wong · Aman Bhutani · GoDaddy · Tempe, Arizona · United States

Overview

In July 2026 Reddit disclosed that its 2024 licensing deal with Google—paying roughly $60 million annually for the use of Reddit content in AI training—was under renegotiation. The company warned it could limit Google’s access if terms were not improved, prompting an 8‑9 % drop in Reddit’s share price. Analysts noted the fee’s limited ability to offset traffic loss from AI‑generated answers that bypass traditional search clicks, raising broader questions about how online platforms monetize data in the AI era.

A week later Reddit reported a strong financial outlook, forecasting third‑quarter revenue of $860‑$870 million, well above analysts’ expectations. Revenue growth was driven by a surge in advertisers—especially mid‑market and international firms—thanks to AI‑powered advertising tools that automate copy creation and target communities within subreddits. Daily active unique users rose 18 % to 130.3 million, while adjusted EBITDA was projected at $385‑$395 million, surpassing forecasts. The company highlighted the resilience of its commercial business despite broader SEO headwinds.

No additional Reddit‑related developments have been reported since the July 2026 updates.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy expects full‑year revenue of $5.215 billion to $5.255 billion. (GoDaddy)
[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy previously forecast full‑year revenue of $5.195 billion to $5.275 billion. (GoDaddy)
[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy reported second‑quarter revenue of $1.298 billion. (GoDaddy)
[● 10 SOURCES] Analysts had estimated GoDaddy Q2 revenue at $1.295 billion. (LSEG)
[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy expects third‑quarter revenue of $1.32 billion to $1.34 billion. (GoDaddy)
[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy’s AI platform “Airo.ai” enables users to create logos, websites and branded marketing assets. (GoDaddy)
[● 10 SOURCES] CEO Aman Bhutani said GoDaddy is advancing a company‑wide AI transformation with Airo at the center. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy narrowed its full‑year revenue forecast to $5.215 billion‑$5.255 billion. (GoDaddy narrows annual revenue forecast)
[● 10 SOURCES] GoDaddy narrowed its full‑year 2024 revenue forecast to $5.215 billion‑$5.255 billion. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 8 SOURCES] Reddit forecast third‑quarter revenue of $860 million to $870 million. (forecast)
[● 8 SOURCES] LSEG analysts’ average estimate for Reddit’s Q3 revenue is $829.1 million. (estimate)
[● 8 SOURCES] Reddit’s second‑quarter revenue was $805 million, up 61 % YoY. (financial_report)

Timeline

2 days ago

[BUSINESS] 15 sources
GoDaddy cuts annual revenue forecast, reports Q2 earnings
GoDaddy trimmed its 2024 revenue outlook to $5.215‑$5.255 billion, posted Q2 revenue of $1.298 billion and EPS $1.83 beating estimates, and forecasts Q3 revenue of $1.32‑$1.34 billion while expanding its Airo 
8 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
Reddit's $60 Million AI Licensing Deal with Google Triggers Stock Drop
Reddit’s $60 M yearly AI licensing deal with Google is being renegotiated, prompting an 8‑9 % stock drop and sparking debate over whether the fee covers AI‑driven loss of referral traffic.

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