Polymarket said it has investigated election-related bets, including dozens of cases, and hired a former FBI official to guard against political insiders using confidential election information for profit. The company said the bets could affect elections.
WHO:Polymarket
WHAT:Polymarket said it had investigated election-related betting cases.
WHEN:Reported Oct 27, 2026 at 11:48 AM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:The investigation and hiring were aimed at preventing political insiders from profiting on the platform using confidential election information.
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