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Trader Wins $430,000 Betting on Maduro's Fall

Published January 4, 2026, 14:12
Trader Wins $430,000 Betting on Maduro's Fall

A trader made a substantial profit, exceeding $430,000, by betting on the removal of Nicolás Maduro from the presidency of Venezuela. The trader, who had opened an account just a week prior, wagered over $30,000 that Maduro would be removed by January 31, 2026. The success of the bet coincided with the US military operation. The incident has raised concerns about potential insider trading.