The explosion of prediction markets in the United States, where people bet on everything from Taylor Swift’s wedding date to election outcomes, has radically expanded the universe of gambling.

David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter, explains how these platforms became so widespread so fast, and how betting on everything could change the way we live.

Guest: David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter for The New York Times, covering the crypto industry.

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David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter for The New York Times, covering the crypto industry.

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How to Bet on (Literally) Anything

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How to Bet on (Literally) Anything