Sunday, 4 January, 2026
Mystery Trader Nets Massive Profit Betting on Nicolás Maduro’s Capture
A savvy bettor on the decentralized prediction platform Polymarket has reportedly earned a multi-million dollar windfall following the capture of Nicolás Maduro. The user placed high-stakes wagers on the Venezuelan leader’s removal from power before a specific deadline. This significant payout highlights the growing influence of prediction markets in forecasting geopolitical events.
Read full story at The Verge