Source: Defense One
Summary
An Army officer is facing charges for allegedly leaking classified information to inform a wager on the prediction market Polymarket. According to the indictment, the officer used their access to classified information to make informed bets on the outcome of a specific event. The officer is accused of violating the Espionage Act and faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
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Another innovative way to misuse classified information. The Army officer allegedly used their clearance to gain an edge on the prediction market Polymarket. Because what’s a little insider trading when you have access to classified intel? The Espionage Act is not just for spies anymore. This is just another example of how classified information can be used for personal gain.
Author: Evan Null
