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Polymarket Faces Backlash Over Betting on Military Actions

1/9/2026

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Polymarket introduced new betting contracts on potential U.S. military actions following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, including possible strikes against Colombia and Cuba.
The odds reflect a 10% probability of a Cuban invasion in 2026.
Polymarket faced backlash after refusing to pay out bets on the Venezuelan operation, fueling ethical concerns about betting on geopolitical events amid regional tensions.

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Polymarket introduced new betting contracts on potential U.S. military actions following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, including possible strikes against Colombia and Cuba.
The odds reflect a 10% probability of a Cuban invasion in 2026.
Polymarket faced backlash after refusing to pay out bets on the Venezuelan operation, fueling ethical concerns about betting on geopolitical events amid regional tensions.