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prediction

[pri-dik-shuhn] / prɪˈdɪk ʃən /


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Bjorn Beam, head of geopolitical research at advisory firm Arcano Partners, previously used prediction markets as an input into his efforts to model global events.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Jones hasn’t indicated what he’ll be doing next, but he ended his announcement with a big prediction for the future — and threw in his signature phrase for good measure.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The White House last month warned staff not to place bets on prediction markets amid the Iran war, according to the Wall Street Journal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

"Corruption and exploitation are thriving right now within the gaps and loopholes of prediction markets," said US Senator Andy Kim from New Jersey.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

With this sad prediction the owl stepped through his doorway, spread his great wings and was gone, soaring silently downward into the shadowy woods below.

From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien




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