Ankler Agenda Is Everyone Leaving L.A. (Or Is That Just Your Group Chat)?
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Jan 9, 2026 Matthew Frank, a journalist and Gen Z correspondent for The Ankler, sheds light on Hollywood's so-called exodus during a crucial discussion. He unveils the intricacies of prediction markets with MoviePass, where participants can bet on everything from Oscar outcomes to Netflix rankings. The conversation also dives into LA's ongoing recovery post-fires, exploring the economic impact and migration trends affecting creatives. Plus, Richard Rushfield outlines six pivotal factors that could shape the future of the entertainment industry in 2026.
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Sports Drive Volume, Entertainment Follows
- Sports dominate prediction-market volume, but entertainment is a sizable and growing slice.
- Sites expect long-term expansion toward a trillion-dollar ecosystem driven largely by sports and adjacent verticals.
Don't Use Insider Knowledge To Bet
- Avoid betting with true insider knowledge and respect platform rules that ban insider trading.
- Check each site's specific guardrails before wagering on events tied to your work.
Ethics Lag Rules In Practice
- Enforcement of insider-trading bans is fuzzy, leaving ethical gray zones for industry insiders.
- Studio staff or agents could legally bet on projects they know will underperform, creating moral risk.
