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Germany: Betting on elections is illegal — but possible

Online gambling is gaining traction in Germany. Using prediction markets like Polymarket to bet on political events remains illegal, but it is almost impossible to police.

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Germany: Betting on elections is illegal — but possible

Online gambling is gaining traction in Germany. Using prediction markets like Polymarket to bet on political events remains illegal, but it is almost impossible to police.

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