Coinbase Faces Backlash Over Delayed Super Bowl Predictions Payouts

Coinbase is facing mounting criticism from users after many participants in its Super Bowl “Big Game Challenge” prediction market contest reported delayed or missing payouts, even after qualifying for shares of the advertised Bitcoin prize pool.

Community complaints and technical issues highlight the growing pains of prediction markets as they surge in popularity while confronting regulatory, operational, and infrastructure challenges.

On Reddit and other forums, users described confusing and frustrating experiences with the payout process. Reportedly, some users correctly predicted outcomes in the Big Game but “still haven’t been paid.

Yeah I also never got my Super Bowl bitcoin pot money because I won 5 predictions $coin @coinbase @CoinbaseAssets