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Podcast: The Daily
Episode: How to Bet on (Literally) Anything
Description: 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.Background reading: David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter for The New York Times, covering the crypto industry.Photo: Photo Illustration: atakan/iStock, via...