Latest Updates and Acquisition Information

CoinDesk, an award-winning media outlet covering the cryptocurrency industry, was acquired by the Bullish group in November 2023. Bullish, a regulated digital assets exchange, is majority-owned by Block.one. Both Bullish and Block.one have interests in various blockchain and digital asset businesses, including significant holdings of bitcoin. Despite the acquisition, CoinDesk continues to operate as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to ensure journalistic independence. CoinDesk employees, including journalists, may receive options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.