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World Cup: France’s Defeat Saves American Bookmakers

Cointribune·July 17, 2026·1 min read
World Cup: France’s Defeat Saves American Bookmakers

France's 2-0 defeat against Spain on July 14, 2026, relieved American bookmakers by resolving their last major liability. Prediction platforms recorded record volume without needing the correct forecast to win. The World Cup outcome raises questions about whether predictive markets have been validated against traditional betting.

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