Tech
Polymarket's Fake Win Scandal
The Wall Street Journal investigated Polymarket, revealing the platform has been paying users to create fake winning clips for social media. This practice has raised concerns about the authenticity of user-generated content.
Coverage timeline — 2 articles
The Verge
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. WSJ identified over 1,100 deceptive clips and talked to creators who, despite not stating as such in their videos, confirmed the company
2026-06-21 14:19 UTC
Politico
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) has deployed donor funds to cover travel for his family, child care and a trip to the Super Bowl, a POLITICO review of campaign finance records shows.
2026-06-21 14:30 UTC