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Prediction markets surge amid election season, sparking regulatory concerns

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Prediction markets are experiencing a surge in activity, particularly around midterm elections, leading to concerns from election administrators about the potential impact on democratic processes. Platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi allow users to trade contracts based on event outcomes, which some officials fear could incentivize manipulation and erode public trust. However, proponents argue these markets function similarly to stock trading, offering a way to hedge against policy changes and that they possess insider trading protections. AI

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    Midterm elections shaping up as big business for gamblers in the rough and rowdy world of prediction markets

    “This is a troubling trend that election administrators across the nation must deal with,” said Jared DeMarinis of the Maryland State Board of Elections.

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