Well-timed bets on Polymarket tied to the Iran war draw calls for investigations from lawmakers - AP News
Senator Richard Blumenthal questioned Polymarket's security protocols, citing concerns that the platform could exploit national security secrets.
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Lawmakers are calling for investigations into the prediction market Polymarket following a series of highly suspicious, well-timed bets placed minutes before President Trump announced a U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
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Richard Blumenthal
D · CT · SEN
investigating national security risks of betting platforms
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calling for investigation into prediction markets
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