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flag Polymarket, a prediction platform founded by Shayne Coplan, reached a $9 billion valuation after securing a $2 billion investment from the NYSE's parent company.

flag Shayne Coplan, 27, has become a self-made billionaire after his prediction market platform Polymarket secured a $2 billion investment from Intercontinental Exchange, parent of the NYSE, raising its valuation to $9 billion. flag The NYU dropout launched the blockchain-based platform from his apartment, capitalizing on Gen Z’s interest in betting on real-world events. flag Despite past regulatory hurdles—including a CFTC fine and FBI raid—no charges were filed, and Polymarket regained U.S. access, aided by Donald Trump Jr.’s advisory role. flag The new NYSE partnership will enable data sharing and tokenization efforts, solidifying Polymarket’s role in the future of digital finance.

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