The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into Rumble, a video platform often seen as a free-speech alternative to YouTube, with no further action recommended, marking a "Huge win for Rumble." The investigation began following allegations that Rumble was inflating its user metrics, claims that were brought forward by "scummy short sellers" and others with "ideologically motivated" intentions. These allegations were also described in reports as potentially politically motivated and based on a "bogus" report. However, the SEC's findings have cleared Rumble of any wrongdoing, stating that based on the information available, they do not intend to recommend any enforcement action.