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Why prediction markets are thriving – and facing scrutiny

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Platforms that let you bet on the outcomes of future events have seen explosive growth recently. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explains how these prediction markets work and why they're so popular and controversial.

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Why prediction markets are thriving – and facing scrutiny

Platforms that let you bet on the outcomes of future events have seen explosive growth recently. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explains how these prediction markets work and why they're so popular and controversial.

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