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Jeff Probst is pissed about the prediction markets getting their fingers in Survivor Betting on *Survivor* outcomes has existed since the show's premiere, but prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have amplified the issue. These platforms offer significant financial incentives… #media #news

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Jeff Probst is pissed about the prediction markets getting their fingers in Survivor Betting on *Survivor* outcomes has existed since the show's premiere, but prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have amplified the issue. These platforms offer significant financial incentives for leaks, catching the attention of host Jeff Probst. Probst expressed concern following massive bets on Kalshi for the *Survivor 50* finale, where the winner's odds were extremely high early on. He believes the markets encourage people to use insider information or even cheat. Kalshi and Polymarket claim to police against insider trading despite evidence suggesting leaks occur. Both companies maintain they're not responsible for users reacting to rumors. Probst is upset, noting that the markets are a profitable business, and he's not happy with people exploiting the show. There are NDAs protecting sensitive information, but Probst acknowledges leaks are inevitable with so much money at stake. He understands that people will share and monetize private information if they can get away with it. People involved in the show who bet on its outcome would be fired according to Probst. https://www.avclub.com/jeff-probst-kalshi-polymarket-survivor-pissed