TechThe Verge1h ago
Betting on the news raises ethical questions for journalists
TL;DRJournalists can now bet money on news events, creating conflicts of interest.
Why it matters: Financial incentives to influence coverage undermine trust in reporting and journalism ethics.
Prediction market exchanges have created an environment where just about any piece of information is potentially monetizable: How well will BTS's new song perform this week? How hot will Los Angeles get? Will Donald Trump be impeached? Users can wager on all of that and, on some…
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