Polymarket resolved a prediction market on TikTok’s ban with a ‘Yes’, igniting user backlash over alleged manipulation. The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a ban due to national security, yet TikTok remains operational, confusing bettors.
Users criticized Polymarket’s dispute resolution via UMA’s Optimistic Oracle, claiming it bypassed verification mechanisms under urgency. The controversy reveals a split in community opinion, with some defending the decision while others seek accountability.