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Polymarket stops users from wagering on possible felony charges for Cornell students accused of rape

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Polymarket removes betting market on Cornell gang rape case after public outcry

Polymarket removed a prediction market that allowed users to wager on whether seven Cornell fraternity members accused of sexually assaulting a student in 2024 would face felony sex crime charges. The contract generated over $450,000 in trading volume before being taken down following public backlash.

Oct 19, 2026·7 sourcesOnchain prediction marketsCrypto prediction markets
Polymarket removes betting market on Cornell gang rape case after public outcry
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