[yupper32]

Because it was a comment written without having any context into how NYT handles their games. They assume something about massive monetization that would happen in the future, when the daily wordle will likely remain free forever, just like most other daily games that NYT has.

[pbhjpbhj]

Ah yes, NYT bought it for completely altruistic reasons. /s

[TAKEMYMONEY]

The person you're replying to is implying the opposite; they bought it to attract subscribers.