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Prediction Firms Flag Insider Traders, Many Avoid Charges

New York Times Business •
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Prediction firms are increasingly flagging potential insider trading activities. However, many of those identified will not face formal charges.\n\nThe regulatory agency lacks sufficient staffing, legal tools, and the will to broadly crack down on wagers that are easily manipulated, according to experts.\n\nThis enforcement gap highlights the challenges of policing prediction markets, where manipulation is difficult to prove and prosecute.