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Betting Markets Favor Eisenkot Over Netanyahu Despite Polls
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Prediction markets on Kalshi and Polymarket favor Gadi Eisenkot to become Israel's next prime minister over Benjamin Netanyahu, despite polls indicating a close election. Researchers found these markets are dominated by a few large players and are susceptible to manipulation, with participants potentially aiming to influence public opinion. The study analyzed millions of transactions and highlighted specific instances of large bets potentially impacting market perceptions.
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- Betting markets favor Gadi Eisenkot to replace Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's next prime minister.
- Polls show a deadlock, with neither candidate having a clear path to a governing coalition.
- Prediction markets are dominated by a few large players and are susceptible to manipulation.
- Researchers found significant portions of bets concentrated in single or few accounts.
- Participants may be using prediction markets to shape public opinion, not just profit.
- The study analyzed 1.2 million transactions on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi.
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