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  1. Prediction markets Google Insider Trading Case Puts Polymarket Under New Scrutiny Federal prosecutors accuse software engineer Michele Spagnuolo of using confidential Google search data to make more than $1.2 million in prediction-market profits May 28, 2026
  2. New York property taxes New York passes pied-a-terre tax on $1 million second homes The new levy on nonprimary residences in New York City is expected to raise $500 million and will be phased in as the city updates how it values luxury properties May 28, 2026
  3. Urban delivery Amazon E-Bikes Gain Ground in Manhattan and Brooklyn Small final-mile delivery companies are using electric bikes to work around New York City traffic, and Amazon plans to try the approach in other markets May 19, 2026