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Donald Trump's teleprompter operator bet on his speeches - and will pay $172,000
Former White House teleprompter operator Gabriel Perez has been ordered to pay over $172,000 for using inside information to bet on the speeches of US President Donald Trump.
Kalshi reported 32 cases of suspected insider trading
The betting platform Kalshi reported 32 cases of suspected insider trading to regulators in the second quarter. According to The New York Times, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is currently conducting up to 20 active investigations based on this evidence.
Polymarket in Talks to Raise Funds at Over $20 Billion Valuation
Prediction platform Polymarket is seeking to raise $1 billion at a valuation exceeding $20 billion. The company faces stiff competition from Kalshi and an ongoing investigation by the CFTC.
Former Congressman George Santos Fined for Manipulative Betting Scheme
Former US House member George Santos has been ordered to pay a $35,000 fine by the CFTC for manipulative betting on the "Kalshi" platform. He artificially inflated the value of a bet regarding his attendance at Donald Trump's State of the Union address before failing to show up.