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Sylebra group trims 8x8 (EGHT) ownership to 4.85% and adopts passive stance

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Sylebra Capital entities and Daniel Patrick Gibson report a reduced, passive stake in 8x8, Inc. common stock. The group now beneficially owns 6,757,049 shares of EGHT, representing 4.85% of the company’s common stock, with shared voting and dispositive power and no sole authority.

The filing notes that this Amendment No. 5 reflects a disposal of securities and follows an earlier filing where the group had contemplated potentially influencing management or policies. They state they have since adopted a passive investment stance and currently have no plans or proposals for actions listed under Item 4(a)–(j), such as mergers, board changes, or significant strategic shifts.

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Insights

Sylebra’s stake in 8x8 falls below 5% and is now described as passive.

The reporting group, including Sylebra Capital entities and Daniel Patrick Gibson, discloses beneficial ownership of 6,757,049 8x8 shares, or 4.85% of the common stock, with only shared voting and dispositive power.

The amendment explains that prior filings reflected an intent to potentially influence management, but the group now characterizes its position as a passive investment and states no current plans for major corporate actions under Item 4. This signals reduced activist pressure while still leaving a meaningful, though minority, shareholder on the register.

Beneficial ownership 6,757,049 shares Common stock of 8x8, Inc. reported by each reporting person
Ownership percentage 4.85% of class Percent of 8x8 common stock represented by 6,757,049 shares
Shared voting power 6,757,049 shares Shares over which each reporting person has shared voting power
Sole voting power 0 shares Shares over which each reporting person has sole voting power
beneficial ownership financial
"The Reporting Persons previously filed a to report beneficial ownership of the Issuer's Common Stock"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
Schedule 13G regulatory
"The Reporting Persons have adopted a passive investment stance but were unable to transition to a Schedule 13G."
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This Amendment No. 5 on /A amends the filed by the Reporting Persons"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
passive investment stance financial
"Subsequently, the Reporting Persons have adopted a passive investment stance but were unable to transition to a Schedule 13G."
Joint Filing Agreement regulatory
"pursuant to the Agreement with Respect to (the Joint Filing Agreement) attached to this Statement as Exhibit 1."





282914100

(CUSIP Number)
Matthew Whitehead
3000 El Camino Real, Building 5, Suite 450
Palo Alto, CA, 94306
332 242 8518

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
04/16/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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SYLEBRA CAPITAL LLC
Signature:/s/ Matthew Whitehead
Name/Title:Matthew Whitehead, Authorized Signatory
Date:04/16/2026
Sylebra Capital Ltd
Signature:/s/ Matthew Whitehead
Name/Title:Matthew Whitehead, Authorized Signatory
Date:04/16/2026
Sylebra Capital Management, Ltd
Signature:/s/ Matthew Whitehead
Name/Title:Matthew Whitehead, Authorized Signatory
Date:04/16/2026
Gibson Daniel Patrick
Signature:/s/ Matthew Whitehead
Name/Title:Matthew Whitehead, Authorized Signatory
Date:04/16/2026

FAQ

How many 8x8 (EGHT) shares does Sylebra currently beneficially own?

Sylebra Capital entities and Daniel Patrick Gibson beneficially own 6,757,049 shares of 8x8 common stock. This represents 4.85% of the company’s outstanding common stock, with all voting and dispositive power held on a shared, rather than sole, basis among the reporting persons.

What percentage of 8x8 (EGHT) does Sylebra’s 6,757,049-share stake represent?

The 6,757,049 shares reported by Sylebra and Daniel Patrick Gibson represent 4.85% of 8x8’s common stock. This places the group just below the 5% threshold that typically triggers certain beneficial ownership reporting requirements, while still remaining a notable minority shareholder.

Is Sylebra acting as an activist or passive investor in 8x8 (EGHT)?

The reporting persons state they have adopted a passive investment stance in 8x8. Although an earlier filing reflected potential plans to influence management or policies, they now report no current plans or proposals for actions listed under Item 4(a)–(j), such as mergers or board changes.

Why does the 8x8 (EGHT) Schedule 13D/A reference a disposal of securities?

Items 3 and 4 explain that the disclosure relates to a disposal of securities by the reporting persons. While specific transaction details are referenced in Exhibit 2, this amendment updates their reduced, 4.85% beneficial ownership and clarifies their current passive investment posture in 8x8 common stock.

Who are the reporting persons in the 8x8 (EGHT) Schedule 13D/A filing?

The reporting persons are Sylebra Capital LLC, Sylebra Capital Ltd, Sylebra Capital Management, Ltd, and Daniel Patrick Gibson. Sylebra entities act as investment sub‑advisers or manager to affiliated investment funds, and Gibson controls the management entities and is described as founder and Chief Investment Officer.

Do any third parties share in dividends or sale proceeds from 8x8 (EGHT) shares?

The filing states that, for each reporting person, no person other than the reporting persons has the right to receive, or direct the receipt of, dividends from or proceeds from the sale of 8x8 common stock. This underscores that economic benefits from the stake accrue within the reporting group.