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Tether invests $775 million in Rumble, causing stock price to surge by 81%

Rumble Inc.'s stock price surged by 81% following Tether's announcement of a $775 million investment in the video sharing platform. Tether will acquire a stake in Rumble but will not have any representation on its board. Rumble plans to use $525 million for a self-tender offer and invest the remaining $250 million in growth initiatives. Although Rumble's revenue has increased significantly in the past year, the company has faced user engagement issues and is currently operating at a loss with high SG&A expenses. The investment could potentially help Rumble improve its metrics and reduce losses, but the current valuation of the stock appears to be high compared to its revenue growth rate.

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