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Suspicious trades make millions with bets tied to U.S. military operations

Prediction market users are profiting from bets on war. Analysts say suspiciously timed bets, and the high win rates of wagers on military outcomes , are likely signs of insider trading.

First seen · 11:17 PM UTCMay 17, 2026

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Suspicious trades make millions with bets tied to U.S. military operationsPrediction market users are profiting from bets on war. Analysts say suspiciously timed bets, and the high win rates of wagers on military outcomes , are likely signs of insider trading.
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