The Guardian Australia – Business
·business
·8 hours ago
Wednesday briefing: Why are people turning global crises into high‑stakes bets?
Online prediction markets like Polymarket are turning global crises into high-stakes bets, allowing users to gamble on events such as US-Iran peace talks and the conflict in Ukraine. With $57 million already wagered on various outcomes, critics argue that platforms like Polymarket should face regulation due to their controversial nature. This trend raises ethical questions about betting on real-world events.
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