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The company's prospects soared further with high-profile backing. Shane Copelan, seeking guidance and credibility, appointed Donald Trump Jr. to Poly Market’s advisory board. Trump Jr., already an adviser to the venture capital fund Calshi and invested via his $1789 Capital, contributed approximately $10 million. These connections exemplify how the platform is positioning itself at the intersection of technology, politics, and finance.
Most notably, in 2024, the New York Stock Exchange revealed a $2 billion investment in Poly Market, marking one of the most significant validations of the platform's potential. Shane Copelan proudly displayed the NYSE’s branding on a trading floor visit, emphasizing that Poly Market’s data would soon support broader investment strategies.