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California Bans Government Officials From Using Insider Knowledge To Bet On Prediction Markets
California Bans Government Officials From Using Insider Knowledge To Bet On Prediction Markets
Authored by Dylan Morgan via The Epoch Times,
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday issued an executive order banning state officials from using insider knowledge to profit, or assist another person in profiting, on prediction markets, effective immediately.
The governor’s office said there have been mounting reports of individuals in the federal government with access to sensitive government information placing well-timed bets ahead of major Trump administration actions. These reports are currently allegations and have yet to be verified.
“Public...
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US Tests Mach-5 Hypersonic Missile In Joint Army-Navy Launch
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A common hypersonic missile launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, on March 26, 2026. via DoW
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Oil Slides After Iran Says US Agreed To Lift Oil Sanctions During Talks, Long-Term 'Nuclear Freeze' On Table
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