Prediction markets see surge in suspicious trades as popularity explodes
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Prediction markets see surge in suspicious trades as popularity explodes
ANIRBAN SEN
NEW YORK
REUTERS
PUBLISHED MAY 15, 2026
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Top prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket have witnessed a surge in suspicious trades this year, highlighting the popularity of the models with investors but causing a challenge to the platforms as they face increased scrutiny.
The surge in suspicious bets comes as trading volumes on prediction markets have jumped, at…
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