Polymarket Accused of Using ‘Fake’ Betting Interfaces to Deceive Social Media Users
A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals Polymarket paid creators to use simulated websites to fake lucrative bets and inflate platform growth.
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Sam Bankman-Fried Files for Presidential Pardon Following FTX Fraud Conviction
Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has officially filed for a presidential pardon, adding a new legal layer to his ongoing battle against a 25-year prison sentence.
Sam Bankman-Fried Formally Seeks Presidential Pardon from Donald Trump
Convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has officially filed for a pardon from President Trump, adding a new legal layer to his 25-year fraud sentence.
MicroStrategy’s First Sale Since 2022 Triggers Bitcoin Slide Below $70,000
Bitcoin breaches $70,000 support as MicroStrategy's unexpected sell-off sparks long liquidations and a record streak of ETF outflows.
CFTC Seeks to Vacate Penalty Against Winklevoss-Led Gemini Exchange
The CFTC has asked a judge to vacate a previous consent order against Gemini Trust Company, despite the exchange already paying a $5 million fine.
Treasury Moves Toward $250 Bill Featuring Donald Trump, Challenging Century-Old Currency Laws
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirms preparations for a $250 banknote featuring President Trump, requiring a legislative shift in US currency laws.
CFTC Moves to Vacate Consent Order Against Winklevoss-led Gemini Exchange
The CFTC has asked a judge to vacate a consent order and permanent injunction against Gemini, following a $5 million settlement over misleading Bitcoin claims.
Google Engineer Accused of $1.2 Million Insider Trading Spree on Polymarket
A veteran Google software engineer faces DOJ charges after allegedly using confidential Search data to secure $1.2 million in profits on prediction market Polymarket.
Google Engineer Charged in $1.2 Million Polymarket Insider Trading Scheme
Federal prosecutors have charged Google software engineer Michele Spagnuolo with fraud and money laundering after allegedly using internal data to rig Polymarket bets.
Crypto Super PAC’s Texas Primary Blitz Signals New Era of Digital Asset Political Influence
The Texas primary run-offs reveal a shift in political power, as the Fairshake Super PAC uses millions in crypto-backed funding to sway congressional seats.