US election misinformation surge tied to influencers sponsored by betting firms (opens original article in a new tab)

A US mayoral race triggered a surge of election misinformation from online influencers sponsored by betting companies, raising concerns about threats to future elections.

• A US mayoral race saw misinformation from influencers sponsored by betting companies
• Prediction market firms Kalshi and Polymarket had posts promoting election fraud claims
• Analysts warn of growing threat to election integrity from paid misinformation