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The market question
The contract asks whether the U.S. will confirm that aliens exist by a specified deadline. It has attracted tens of millions of dollars in trading volume, making it a prominent measure of public speculation rather than scientific evidence.[1][9]
Current odds
The latest displayed odds put the December 31 deadline at roughly 3%, while shorter deadlines are priced even lower. These figures reflect trader expectations and can change quickly with new announcements.[1][7]
Why odds stay low
Market skepticism is consistent with the absence of a reported official finding that UAP are extraterrestrial. Declassified files and government preparations may affect sentiment, but they do not by themselves satisfy the market’s confirmation threshold.[7]
What could change them
A substantial change would likely require a formal government statement supported by independently credible evidence, such as a verified non-human artifact, biological evidence or conclusively identified off-world technology. No such development is reported in the latest coverage.[7][10]