Astronomer CEO's ‘kiss cam' controversy sparked over $7 million in prediction markets bets on his ouster

1. Astronomer CEO Andy Byron's resignation sparked significant prediction market activity. 2. Probability of Byron resigning rose to 80% shortly before announcement. 3. Total trading volumes reached $7.7 million across prediction platforms. 4. Rising popularity of prediction markets reflects increased political sentiment. 5. Speculation around Fed chairman Jerome Powell also garners significant betting.