News · 7 April 2026

Polymarket stops bets on downed US pilots

Online betting platform Polymarket faced strong criticism for allowing wagers on the rescue timing of US warplane crew members shot down in Iran. Following a "DISGUSTING" post from US Representative Seth Moulton, the company removed the market and is investigating how it appeared. Moulton noted 219 other war-related bets remained active on the platform.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 April 2026 at 19:21

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