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Polymarket Under Investigation: DOJ Examines US Citizen Participation on Crypto Platform

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

8 months ago


The US Department of Justice has launched an investigation into the cryptocurrency-based prediction market platform Polymarket over potential regulatory violations involving US citizens.

Compliance Issues

Polymarket settled with the CFTC in 2022, agreeing to limit its services to users outside the US. However, new information suggests that US citizens may still be accessing the platform, prompting a DOJ investigation.

FBI Raid and Rising Tensions

Tensions escalated following an FBI raid at Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan's Manhattan home. This occurred after Polymarket accurately predicted the US presidential election, leading to suspicions of political motivations behind the investigation.

Polymarket's Response and Competition

Polymarket called the DOJ's actions politically motivated. A spokesperson emphasized that the platform is transparent, charges no fees, and aims to serve as a public good for analyzing market data.

The controversy surrounding Polymarket highlights the challenges such prediction platforms face in regulatory compliance, particularly regarding their potential influence on public opinion.

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