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by minimaxir 4007 days ago
It's been operationally independent since 2011: http://www.redditblog.com/2011/09/independence.html
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It is an interesting definition of independent - they are still owned by another company, and have a minority on the board of directors.

Sure, they are off-leash now, and have been for years. And that may even be the long-term intent. But if someone owns you, they can always change the status quo.