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Summary: Reddit CEO says chatbots are not a traffic driver Crunch

1. Reddit CEO Steve Huffman stated that AI chatbots are not a significant source of traffic for the platform, with Google search and direct access remaining the primary drivers.
2. Reddit reported a positive Q3 2025, generating $585 million in revenue, a 68% increase year-on-year, and counting 116 million daily active unique users and 444 million weekly active unique users, marking a 20% growth year-over-year.
3. Reddit is investing in enhancing its search experience, using AI to handle 20% of search volumes through features like Answers, and aiming to unify AI and the core search experience within the next few quarters. The company is also experimenting with a new onboarding process to improve early user engagement by connecting users with relevant content quickly.
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Reddit CEO Steve Huffman disclosed that AI chatbots are not the main traffic sources, with Google search and direct access leading. Reddit reported a significant increase in Q3 2025 revenue to $585 million, a 68% year-on-year growth, serving 116 million daily active unique users and 444 million
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/31/reddit-ceo-says-chatbots-are-not-a-traffic-driver/#summary

Date: Oct. 31, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-31

Created: 2025/10/31 22:42

Updated: 2025/12/07 22:59

Last Read: 2025/11/01 07:30