The resurrection of prediction markets: from university experiment to AI and geopolitical scandals
The article discusses the revival of prediction markets, exploring their potential in light of AI technology and recent geopolitical events, especially referencing the case of Nicolás Maduro.
Referendum, betting on the victory of no on Polymarket
Betting markets suggest that supporters of the 'no' vote in the referendum are likely to prevail, indicating a reluctance to amend the Constitution in Italy.
Israeli journalist claims Polymarket gamblers issued death threats over Iran missile strike story
An Israeli journalist reported receiving death threats from gamblers on the Polymarket site, pressuring him to alter his report on an Iranian missile strike incident.
Polymarket gamblers threaten Israeli journalist over missile strike story
An Israeli journalist, Emanuel Fabian, received threatening messages from users of an online prediction platform after reporting on a missile strike near Jerusalem, reflecting the intersection of uncertain gambling, journalism, and geopolitical conflicts.
When the truth wins the bet: a journalist reports threats from Polymarket users over information about a missile attack
A journalist from The Times of Israel reported threats and harassment from users of the Polymarket prediction market after he wrote about an Iranian missile attack on Israel.
Debris or missile strike? – A piece of news, and the death threats from the war gamblers to change a publication
A war correspondent faces life-threatening messages after reporting on a missile strike that sparked betting controversy.
Prediction Markets: There is War - and America is Betting
In the wake of rising global conflicts, prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi have seen a surge in bets on war and regime changes, raising ethical and legal concerns.
Prediction Markets: It's War - And America is Betting
A surge in global betting on war and regime change raises moral and legal questions about prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Grégoire in Paris, Doucet in Lyon, Massi in Toulon... Betters on Polymarket are wagering big on the 2026 municipal elections
Political bettors are placing significant cryptocurrency wagers on the outcomes of the 2026 municipal elections in various French cities despite the platform being banned in France.
Prediction Market: Buenos Aires Justice Blocked Access to Polymarket Throughout Argentina
Argentina has become the first country in Latin America to block access to Polymarket following a judicial ruling citing risks to users.
Access to Polymarket, the controversial largest prediction market platform in the world, has been blocked in Argentina
Argentina's judiciary has ordered a nationwide ban on Polymarket, making it the first country in the region to take such restrictive action against the prediction market platform.
Trader was sleeping, AI made a miracle, turned 1.1 million into 4 million rupees
In an astonishing tale from the crypto and AI world, a trading bot is claimed to have turned an investment of 1.1 million rupees into 4 million rupees in just a few hours.
The betting market that anticipated February inflation in Argentina 15 minutes before Indec
A betting platform predicted Argentina's February inflation rate accurately 15 minutes before the official announcement, suggesting a potential leak of sensitive information.
Polymarket and Political Betting on Mexico
Polymarket's betting odds reflect a 10% chance that Mexico may lose a World Cup match venue, which has fluctuated amid recent violence and political commentary.
The Polymarket phenomenon: the millionaire and dark business of betting on the apocalypse
This article explores the rise of Polymarket, a platform that allows users to place bets on a wide range of unpredictable events, effectively turning them into predictive markets.
Bets on Iran strikes paid millions but should gambling on war be allowed?
Anonymous gamblers have profited significantly from placing bets on potential military strikes on Iran via the prediction market Polymarket, raising ethical concerns about betting on war.
Betting on the war in Iran brings million-dollar winnings: "Very cynical"
A news report discusses how betting on war outcomes, particularly in Iran, has become a lucrative but morally questionable activity on the Polymarket platform.
Bets ask the Treasury to block the operation of Kalshi and Polymarket in Brazil
Betting platforms have requested that Brazil's Treasury Secretary block the operations of Polymarket and Kalshi, which currently operate without regulation in the country.
Bets on War and Elections. Billions and Controversies at Polymarket
The article deals with the intersection of betting markets and political events, particularly focusing on Polymarket's role in betting on war and elections in Czechia.
Polymarket faces allegations of insider trading after suspicious Iran war bets
Polymarket is under scrutiny for potential insider trading linked to suspicious bets on the outcome of a potential war involving Iran.
More than a dozen people made substantial profits from betting that Iran would be bombed
Over a dozen anonymous accounts wagered on Polymarket that the White House would launch an attack against Iran, collectively putting in nearly $67,000 and reaping significant profits shortly before the attack.
Betting Platforms on the Internet: 'It’s crazy that this is legal'
The article discusses the controversial practice of betting on geopolitical events through platforms like Polymarket, highlighting the significant amounts wagered on predictions about conflicts, such as the Iran-US situation.
When will the next nuclear strike occur? Polymarket removes a bet after a wave of outrage
Polymarket, a cryptocurrency platform, has withdrawn a controversial bet on the likelihood of a nuclear strike occurring by the end of the year, following significant public outcry amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
Polymarket users made high profits with unusual bets on US attack on Iran
Users on the Polymarket platform profited significantly from large bets made ahead of a US attack on Iran, amassing a total of $330,000 in profits.
The suspicious bets on Polymarket: Users coordinated their bets a few hours before the US attack on Iran
A pattern of suspicious betting was recorded on the Polymarket platform just hours before the US airstrikes on Iran, raising serious questions about the timing and nature of these bets.
Insider Trading, Bets on Death... Millions of Dollars Wagered on the War in Iran on Polymarket Cause Scandal
An analysis company highlighted six users of the Polymarket platform who made a profit of $1.2 million through bets placed just hours before Israeli-American raids targeting Tehran.
Suspicious Signs: Six Users Made a Fat Profit from Trump's Attack on Iran – "Disgusting"
Six users earned a fortune by correctly predicting the timing of the U.S. attack on Iran, raising suspicions of insider trading.
Suspicious Bets on U.S. and Israel Attacks on Iran. "It's Madness That This Is Legal"
Concerns arise over potential insider trading related to bets on the date of a U.S. attack on Iran.
Will the United States Attack Iran?: The Question Worth Millions and Fuels Suspicions of Fraud in Prediction Markets
The article discusses the significant public interest in whether the United States will attack Iran, leading to a surge in betting on prediction markets like Polymarket.
They won 6 million dollars by betting on when the United States would attack Iran: investigations into new accounts on Polymarket
Six new accounts profited nearly 6 million dollars by betting on the timing of a potential US attack on Iran, raising suspicions of insider trading.
Twenty-something Shayne became a billionaire with a service that is now exploding in growth – here's how it works
Shayne Coplan, founder of the popular Polymarket service, has become a billionaire by allowing people to earn through prediction markets tied to real-world events.
Free Goods: What It Is and How the 'Free Grocery Store' of Polymarket in New York Works and Until When It Is Open
Polymarket has opened a 'free grocery store' in New York, allowing individuals to obtain fresh food and essential items at no cost.
Israelis Suspected of Betting with Military Secrets: 'A Nightmare'
Several Israelis, including a senior officer, have been arrested on suspicion of using military secrets for betting on an American prediction market, potentially aiding Iran in interpreting Israel's intentions.
Free supermarket in NY, sponsored by betting app, creates long lines
A free supermarket in New York City, sponsored by a betting app, attracted countless people braving freezing temperatures to obtain essential products.
Zohran Mamdani suggests 'New York City's first free grocery store' is PR stunt
Zohran Mamdani criticized Polymarket's announcement of a free grocery store in NYC, suggesting it undermines his campaign promise to create city-operated grocery stores.
From Politics and War to Business: How Prediction Markets Are Changing Views of the Future
The rise of prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi allows users to wager on various future events, significantly shifting perspectives on political and economic outcomes.
Kalshi and Polymarket: When insider trading benefits not just the insiders
The article discusses the potential implications of insider trading within cryptocurrency platforms, particularly following a cryptic update from Coinbase's CEO after a quarterly report.
The 'whales' betting more than 30,000 euros on the arrest (or not) of Zapatero: this is how the multimillion-dollar Polymarket operates
In a unique betting market called Polymarket, users stake significant amounts on the prediction of José Luis RodrÃguez Zapatero's potential arrest before March 31, 2026, with odds currently suggesting an 11% chance of it happening.
The Polymarket scandal grows: a bettor won over $400,000 anticipating the U.S. attack on Venezuela and all signs point to insider trading
The Polymarket scandal intensifies as a bettor reportedly earned over $400,000 by predicting a U.S. attack on Venezuela, suggesting possible insider information.
Wager platform Polymarket not paying out on bets on US invasion of Venezuela
The wager platform Polymarket is refusing to pay out on bets regarding a US invasion of Venezuela, claiming that the capture of Nicolás Maduro does not meet the criteria for payout.
Polymarket: when traders become geopolitical analysts
The article discusses a significant rise in bets on Polymarket regarding the possibility that Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei will leave his position by June 30, coinciding with the involvement of former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro in a federal court hearing.
A $400,000 profit on Maduro's capture raises insider trading questions on Polymarket
A trader made a $400,000 profit betting on the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro just before the operation, raising concerns about potential insider trading on the Polymarket platform.