Kalshi voids some bets on Khamenei’s ouster because it’s ‘directly tied to death’
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Kalshi voided bets tied to Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death and ouster, refunding fees and reimbursing share purchases made after the event. The company said its rules prohibit listing markets directly tied to death, though customers complained the policy was unclear and expressed anger over the decision.
Written from all 3 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- The Verge·Kalshi voids some bets on Khamenei’s ouster because it’s ‘directly tied to death’
Kalshi voided bets on Khamenei's ouster due to its connection to death. The company refunds fees and reimburses share purchases made after Khamenei's death. Kalshi's rules prevent profiting from death.
- TechMeme·Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour says the company would void certain bets related to Iran's Ali Khamenei and claims it doesn't "list markets directly tied to death" (Terrence O'Brien/The Verge)
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour stated the company would void certain bets related to Iran's Ali Khamenei. The company claims it doesn't list markets directly tied to death. Users find rules barring "profiting from death" to be unclear.
- Wired·Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei’s Death Sparks Revolt Among Kalshi Customers
Kalshi settled a market tied to Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei's death. Traders felt the rules weren't clear, sparking anger. Kalshi's decision prompted a revolt among its customers.
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