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WSJ: Polymarket paid creators to post fake wins
Filed: Jun 21, 2026 at 1:02 PM ET
Summary: A Wall Street Journal investigation says Polymarket paid people to film deceptive bets and celebrate fake wins online.
WHO: Wall Street Journal
WHAT: Investigation alleges Polymarket paid creators to produce deceptive betting and victory clips for social media
WHEN: Jun 21, 2026 at 10:19 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The investigation found Polymarket paid creators to create deceptive clips showing fake bets and wins.
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