Summary
TLDR: CoinDesk is a media outlet covering the cryptocurrency industry, acquired by Bullish group in November 2023. They have editorial policies in place and operate independently with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence. Employees, including journalists, are offered stock options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.
Key Points
1. CoinDesk was acquired by the Bullish group in November 2023, which is majority-owned by Block.one, with interests in various blockchain and digital asset businesses.
2. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence.
3. All CoinDesk employees above a certain salary threshold, including journalists, are offered stock options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.