Bobby Allen
Technology correspondent for NPR who reports on digital platforms and regulatory issues, providing on-air expertise about prediction markets and their growth.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 27min
The Problems With Prediction Markets
Bobby Allen, NPR technology correspondent who covers digital platforms and regulation, explains the rise of prediction markets and why regulators are clashing with companies. He breaks down how markets work, who sets terms, and why accuracy and manipulation are hot concerns. He also explores whether these platforms are gambling or financial exchanges and who stands to gain or lose.
