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Re:We haven't seen the worst of what gambling and prediction... by kqr on Thursday March 26, 2026 @05:11PM (#47535800)
> weather prediction markets

Can also be used to hedge the risk of rain on the day you've planned an outdoor barbecue!

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Re:We haven't seen the worst of what gambling and prediction... by debatem1 on Thursday March 26, 2026 @05:23PM (#47535951)
You can do this with some forms of trip insurance. I stared hard at arbitrage there a few years ago but it was too hard to get your money out if you were right.
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