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The Indicator from Planet Money · May 12, 2026 · 8m
Prediction markets are threatening national security. Who's gonna fix it?
Prediction markets like Polymarket have come under scrutiny for insider trading and bets that could compromise national security. The episode examines how these platforms are attempting to self-police and what government regulation might look like. A U.S. senator is considering oversight to address ethical and security concerns. The discussion touches on whether the freewheeling prediction market model can coexist with public safety.
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A U.S. senator is floating potential regulations to rein in prediction markets over security and fairness issues.
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