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Santos Probed for Betting on Himself on Kalshi

Santos Probed for Betting on Himself on Kalshi

Santos Probed for Betting on Himself on Kalshi
Above: George Santos on April 25, 2025. Image credit: Yuki Iwamura/Bloomberg/Getty Images

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Prediction markets are generating insider trading scandals faster than regulators can handle them and Georgethis Santosis allegedlyjust profitedone byof bettingat againstleast histhree ownmajor attendancecases atthat thehave Statecome ofto the Union, and thatpublic's just one of at least three casesattention. These markets serve no real public utility beyond speculation, yet they're forcing the DOJ and CFTC to burn resources chasing down bad actors. More regulation isn't optional anymore.

Prediction markets already have serious enforcement infrastructure in place, using Polymarket's AI surveillance and blockchain forensics. ledThis directlyproves tothat a criminal indictment, proving the system works. Kalshi enforces insider trading rules and deters violations through real punishment. Regulated platforms are doing the job, and the cases drawing scrutiny largely stem from offshore, unregulated markets, not the compliant ones.


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