Confidentiality Prediction markets create new insider trading risks for employers Growing popularity of event-based trading platforms is prompting employers to rethink confidentiality rules and compliance efforts iStock.com/BrianAJackson Image Freya Gilbert Deputy Editor Wednesday 22 July 2026 A White House teleprompter operator stands accused of exploiting his insider knowledge to place bets on the content of President Donald Trump’s speeches through a prediction market platform. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Crime Japan TV exec’s sentencing puts illegal gambling under spotlight Trade Secrets Ex-Googler convicted over AI espionage for Chinese competitor Politics Secret agent menace: should firms be concerned by spying claims? Social Media Most firms use WhatsApp for business. Few govern it