[tome]

> after some consideration, I’ve decided to share my thoughts as a narrative timeline. Trust me when say that I have given this format considerable thought. It is likely the safest way (regulatory-wise) to deliver my thoughts on the topic.

Does anyone have any idea what regulations might impinge on Chris's choice of format for sharing his thoughts?

[gnufied]

I think - the general guidance is, as long as his blog post does not include any information that isn't already public he is free to share his thoughts.

[gaius]

Does anyone have any idea what regulations might impinge on Chris's choice of format for sharing his thoughts?

None. People who learnt that their companies are being acquired via public news services are not in possession of any information the SEC would consider "insider".

[saghm]

The author did mention an all-hands with both Red Hat and IBM executives; there's a pretty good chance some "insider" information was shared there

[gaius]

It is very unlikely, because that's just not how this works. Remember all those execs have been in secret talks with each other for months without any employees having a single clue. They aren't going to divulge anything which could threaten the deal, not with billions on the line, not worth the risk that an employee would let something slip or even deliberately leak.

The company would likely be upset if anyone leaked and take disciplinary action, but the regulator isn't concerned with that.

[rabidonrails]

perhaps since IBM is a public company and he's giving guidance?