I don't know, while I won't be going back there, I can see it help make reddit more mainstream, by attracting influencers. Imagine IG Influencers or Youtubers encouraging people to engage with them personally on reddit. I can see it actually working out alright for Reddit and possibly a small number of already successful influencers and celebrities. I don't see it making the experience any better for the average redditor, though
Reddit's Contributor Program could earn you real money for your Reddit karma (androidauthority.com) en
Reddit could be working on a Contributor program, letting top contributors earn real-world money from the gold and karma they receive.