Polymarket CEO On Election Night: ‘It Looked Like A Done Deal’ On Platform, But Just Watching TV ‘You Would Think It’s Neck And Neck’
Posted On November 7, 2024
Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan on Thursday emphasized how prediction markets provided a clearer view of election outcomes than traditional media on election night.
What Happened: “On Polymarket, it looked like a done deal,” he said in an interview with CNBC, referencing the platform’s early indication of Trump’s win in key states. “If you were just watching TV, you would think it’s neck and neck,” Coplan pointed out, describing this as a critical moment that showcases how prediction markets could reshape news and politics.
The CEO elaborated on how Polymarket, which allows users to place bets on political events, provided more …
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