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GlobeNewswire Inc.GlobeNewswire Inc.··Unknown

Smarkets Eyes U.S. Expansion With CFTC License Bid Backed by Susquehanna

UK prediction market platform Smarkets, backed by trading firm Susquehanna, files for CFTC license to enter U.S. market using transparent pricing model.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Geoffrey Seiler

AI Hardware Makers Offer Safer Bets Than Prediction Markets

Nvidia, AMD, and Micron offer stronger investment fundamentals than prediction markets for AI exposure through established hardware demand and competitive advantages.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Reuben Gregg Brewer

Beyond Polymarket: Why AI Infrastructure Stocks Offer Better Risk-Adjusted Returns

Polymarket prediction markets offer entertainment but no intrinsic value. Investors should instead focus on AI infrastructure stocks like Digital Realty Trust and Brookfield Renewable Partners, which provide dividends and genuine exposure to AI demand.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Dominic Basulto

Crypto Traders Beware: Sports Betting Mentality Poses Significant Loss Risk

Financial experts warn against treating cryptocurrency trading like sports betting, citing emotional decision-making and parlays as major loss drivers.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··James Hires

Prediction Markets Boom, But $TSM Offers Better AI Chip Play

Prediction markets gain traction, yet private platforms limit access. $TSM dominates semiconductor foundry market, positioning it as superior AI trend investment vehicle.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Dominic Basulto

Bitcoin's $150K March Dream Trades for Pennies as Markets Ignore Crypto's Volatility

Bitcoin trades at $72,000, down 42% from highs, with prediction markets pricing just 1% odds of reaching $150,000 by March despite historical volatility patterns.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··James Hires

Palantir's AI Dominance Overshadows Prediction Market Hype

Palantir's 56% revenue growth and 50% operating margin make it a superior AI investment compared to trendy prediction markets like Polymarket.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Reuben Gregg Brewer

DraftKings Bets on Prediction Markets—But Economic Headwinds Cloud the Outlook

DraftKings expands into prediction markets, but gambling sector vulnerability during downturns raises investor concerns about 2026 prospects.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Jeremy Bowman

Circle Stock Soars 31% on Blockbuster Earnings and USDC Growth Surge

Circle stock surged 31% in February after reporting 77% revenue growth and 72% USDC expansion to $75.3B, beating earnings estimates with $0.43 EPS.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Reuben Gregg Brewer

Polymarket IPO in 2026? Why Prediction Market Hype May Hide Long-Term Risks

Prediction market platform Polymarket could IPO in 2026 amid sector enthusiasm, but historical precedent suggests peak-hype IPOs significantly underperform.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Eva Mathew

SpaceX Targets March Confidential IPO Filing, Seeks $1.75T+ Valuation

SpaceX plans confidential IPO filing in March, targeting June listing at $1.75T+ valuation—potentially record-breaking largest IPO ever.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Micah Zimmerman

DraftKings Broadens Strategy Into Prediction Markets Beyond Sports Betting

DraftKings expands beyond sports betting into prediction markets through partnerships and acquisitions, leveraging its operational infrastructure across 38 states to tap a growing market segment.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Dave Kovaleski

DraftKings and Booking Holdings Position for Recovery as Analysts See 50%+ Upside

DraftKings and Booking Holdings, down significantly in 2024, show recovery potential with 50%+ upside. Analysts cite improved profitability and operational execution as catalysts for growth ahead.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Adria Cimino

Nvidia Faces High Earnings Expectations as Prediction Markets Signal Strong Beat Probability

Prediction markets give Nvidia 95% odds of beating earnings expectations Wednesday, buoyed by four consecutive quarters of surpassing estimates and strong AI/data center demand.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Bram Berkowitz

Market Participants Price in Nvidia Earnings Beat Ahead of Feb. 25 Report

Prediction markets assign 95% probability Nvidia beats earnings estimates on Feb. 25, but high expectations may already be priced in, creating asymmetrical risk for the stock.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Lekha Gupta

DraftKings Poised for Revenue Expansion as Prediction Markets Offer Growth Avenue

BofA analyst bullish on DraftKings, projecting 2028 revenue of $8.5-9.1B from core business and emerging prediction markets, though near-term EBITDA will decline due to investments.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Jeremy Bowman

Prediction Markets Signal Strong Confidence in Home Depot Q4 Results

Prediction markets show 86% confidence Home Depot will beat Q4 earnings expectations, despite Wall Street forecasting revenue and earnings declines due to weak housing demand.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Will Healy

Kalshi's Path to Public Markets Remains Uncertain Despite $11B Valuation Surge

Kalshi reaches $11B valuation with $1B funding but shows no near-term IPO plans, instead prioritizing growth and navigating regulatory challenges.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Jennifer Saibil

Robinhood Faces Crypto Headwinds as It Pursues Diversification Strategy

Robinhood's shares fell 50% from peak as crypto weakness pressures revenue. The company pursues diversification into banking and credit services to reduce crypto dependency.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Piero Cingari

Defense Sector Gains on Escalating U.S.-Iran Tensions

Defense stocks surged as U.S.-Iran tensions escalated. The aerospace and defense ETFs gained over 2% amid increased military deployment and rising probability of potential military action.
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