World Service

This week, Michelle, Rahul and Will explore prediction markets — online platforms where people can bet on future events, from elections to pop culture and even world conflicts. Concerns about insider trading are on the rise and platforms are being banned in an increasing number of countries. So as talk of regulation increases, we try to predict the future of the prediction market. Presenters: Michelle Fleury, Rahul Tandon and Will Bain Producer: Rebecca Smyllie (Photo: Getty/Yuichiro Chino)