Polymarket Withholds Payouts on Venezuela Invasion Bets, Sparking Backlash
Yahoo Finance·2026-01-07 21:07
The online prediction platform Polymarket has ignited controversy after saying it will not settle millions of dollars’ worth of wagers tied to a potential Venezuela invasion by the United States, drawing sharp criticism from users and observers alike. Key Takeaways: Polymarket refused to settle Venezuela invasion bets, saying Maduro’s capture did not meet its invasion criteria. More than $10.5 million was wagered before the ruling, leaving traders facing unexpected losses. The dispute has renewed con ...