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A significant sell-off by a Polymarket whale known as “larpas” has sparked notable shifts in betting odds related to the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. In a high-stakes move, “larpas” offloaded nearly $4 million in bets on former President Donald Trumpβs victory, impacting the market dynamics profoundly.
Data from Arkham Intelligence revealed that “larpas” began divesting these positions around 4 p.m. UTC, with the bulk of the bets predicting a Trump win. This activity led to a decrease in Trump’s odds from 60.6% to 56.2% on Polymarket, though they slightly recovered to 58% after the transactions.
Giant-Cassocked Rebirth (GCR on X), another notable figure in the cryptocurrency sphere, coincidentally advised against holding election-related positions just minutes before “larpas” initiated the sell-off. GCR referenced the tight margin of the 2000 U.S. election, hinting at the unpredictability of electoral outcomes and the risks involved in such bets.
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The timing of these transactions and GCRβs prior insight raise questions about market manipulation strategies that may be at plaΡ, using significant financial power to influence election betting markets.
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Experts are calling for more stringent monitoring of prediction market activities, especially with substantial sums at stake and the ability to sway public perception. As the 2024 elections come to a conclusion, the role of cryptocurrency continues to be a critical area of focus, prompting discussions about regulation and itsΒ ethical implications in trading.
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