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That viral clip you saw of someone winning big on Polymarket was probably fake

According to a Wall Street Journal investigation, Polymarket has been paying people to film themselves placing fake bets and celebrating fake wins on social media.

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A recent investigation has uncovered a pattern of deceptive content on social media platforms, specifically involving the prediction market Polymarket. The investigation found that Polymarket has been paying individuals to create and share videos of themselves placing fake bets and celebrating fictional wins. These videos have been widely shared on social media, often generating significant engagement and attention. The scale of this practice is substantial, with over 1,100 deceptive clips identified. The creators of these videos, while not explicitly stating their involvement with Polymarket, confirmed that they were paid by the company to produce the content.

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