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Reddit and OpenAI's ChatGPT data partnership
Quick answer
In May 2024, Reddit and OpenAI announced a partnership giving OpenAI access to Reddit's Data API so ChatGPT can surface real-time Reddit content, while Reddit gains new AI-powered features for users and moderators and OpenAI becomes a Reddit advertising partner. Reddit shares jumped more than 10% on the news, though financial terms were not disclosed.
What was reported#
- Announced May 16, 2024, the deal gives OpenAI access to Reddit's Data API for real-time, structured content.
- Reddit shares rose about 12% to 17% following the announcement, according to Reuters and AP.
- OpenAI agreed to become a Reddit advertising partner as part of the arrangement.
- The deal follows Reddit's earlier, separate AI licensing agreement with Google announced in February 2024.
- WSJ reported the deal gives OpenAI access to Reddit data similar to a prior arrangement Reddit made with PR software firm Cision.
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Sources
Public sources, checked 2026-10-09. SourceX is not affiliated with the organizations named.
- OpenAI: OpenAI and Reddit Partnership openai.com
- Reuters: OpenAI strikes deal to bring Reddit content to ChatGPT reuters.com
- WSJ: Reddit to Give OpenAI Access to Its Data in Licensing Deal wsj.com
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