The Journal reviewed more than 1,100 videos and found none of the roughly $1.9 million in bets shown in influencer-produced hype videos were real.
- A Wall Street Journal investigation revealed that Polymarket paid creators to stage fake winning bets on replica websites, generating over 140 million views.
- The campaign, which involved fabricated winnings totaling nearly $1.9 million, targeted U.S. users and bypassed disclosure requirements.
- Polymarket has stated its commitment to transparency and plans to audit its promotional content amidst ongoing regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges.
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