Pentagon's May 8 release of declassified UFO files—including decades-old photos, videos, and reports—has reignited public fascination with unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), following President Trump's February directive for transparency on potential alien encounters. Hosted on war.gov/ufo with rolling disclosures promised, the documents detail sightings and investigations but contain no verified evidence of extraterrestrial life, aligning with the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office's (AARO) ongoing stance that no ET technology has been confirmed. Trader consensus reflects this gap, as media buzz and social media hype amplify speculation without official acknowledgment from NASA, DoD, or Congress. Watch for upcoming file batches and possible hearings, which could shift sentiment if unambiguous non-human intelligence emerges before the market deadline.
Experimental AI-generated summary referencing Polymarket data. This is not trading advice and plays no role in how this market resolves. · UpdatedA follow‑up press briefing from the Department of War noted technical glitches on the war.gov/UFO portal and announced that additional files would be added “on a rolling basis,”
A follow‑up press briefing from the Department of War noted technical glitches on the war.gov/UFO portal and announced that additional files would be added “on a rolling basis,” but again stressed that the material was “historical and investigative” rather than proof of extraterrestrials, cementing the low‑teens
No further disclosures; congressional oversight hearing ends without new revelations – The lack of additional confirmation reinforced the market’s low‑probability view, pulling the
June 30 dips to 5%1%
No further disclosures; congressional oversight hearing ends without new revelations – The lack of additional confirmation reinforced the market’s low‑probability view, pulling the
BBC reports that former President Obama’s earlier “aliens are real” comment was clarified as statistical speculation, and the latest releases still lack concrete proof, driving
BBC reports that former President Obama’s earlier “aliens are real” comment was clarified as statistical speculation, and the latest releases still lack concrete proof, driving the “Yes”
Time magazine details the contents of the Pentagon’s May 11 UAP file release, emphasizing that the material consists mainly of historical sightings and debunked cases – The lack
September 30 dips to 11%1%
Time magazine details the contents of the Pentagon’s May 11 UAP file release, emphasizing that the material consists mainly of historical sightings and debunked cases – The lack of a clear admission further lowered traders’ belief that a September 30 announcement would occur, bringing the
Time magazine reviews the newly released files, noting the documents “show no indication of a government cover‑up or interaction with extraterrestrials,” further lowering market
May 31 dips to 1%1%
Time magazine reviews the newly released files, noting the documents “show no indication of a government cover‑up or interaction with extraterrestrials,” further lowering market optimism
Major news analysis (CNN, BBC) emphasizes that the released documents contain no conclusive proof of extraterrestrials, leading to a rapid
December 31 drops to 14%6%
Major news analysis (CNN, BBC) emphasizes that the released documents contain no conclusive proof of extraterrestrials, leading to a rapid
TIME published an analysis of the newly released files, highlighting that the most sensational sightings remained unexplained but still fell short of a government “definitive
September 30 dips to 11%1%
TIME published an analysis of the newly released files, highlighting that the most sensational sightings remained unexplained but still fell short of a government “definitive statement” on alien life, reinforcing market sentiment that the threshold for a “Yes” resolution was unlikely to be met soon
The House Oversight Committee reiterates its UAP investigation and requests additional video files, keeping the possibility of future disclosure alive and nudging the(no change,
The House Oversight Committee reiterates its UAP investigation and requests additional video files, keeping the possibility of future disclosure alive and nudging the(no change, but stabilises after prior drops)
CBS News reports the Pentagon’s latest release contains only unresolved cases with no definitive extraterrestrial evidence, dampening optimism and sending the
June 30 dips to 5%2%
CBS News reports the Pentagon’s latest release contains only unresolved cases with no definitive extraterrestrial evidence, dampening optimism and sending the
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman reiterates NASA’s interest in possible extraterrestrial life but emphasizes missions are driven by scientific curiosity, not confirmed alien
December 31 dips to 14%4%
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman reiterates NASA’s interest in possible extraterrestrial life but emphasizes missions are driven by scientific curiosity, not confirmed alien contact, reinforcing market skepticism
Analysts note the May 8 release contains no conclusive evidence of extraterrestrial technology, prompting a sharp drop in “Yes” odds
June 30 dips to 6%3%
Analysts note the May 8 release contains no conclusive evidence of extraterrestrial technology, prompting a sharp drop in “Yes” odds
Leading scientists and former AARO director publicly state the new files show no evidence of extraterrestrial life – Expert commentary that the documents “disappointed”
June 30 dips to 6%3%
Leading scientists and former AARO director publicly state the new files show no evidence of extraterrestrial life – Expert commentary that the documents “disappointed” expectations caused a sharp reversal of the previous day’s rally.
CBS News reports that the newly released files contain no confirmation of extraterrestrial life, dampening market hopes
June 30 rises to 7%2%
CBS News reports that the newly released files contain no confirmation of extraterrestrial life, dampening market hopes
The Pentagon releases “new, never‑before‑seen” UFO files (photos, videos, documents) on a public website, sparking speculation that the material could contain proof and pushing the
June 30 rises to 7%2%
The Pentagon releases “new, never‑before‑seen” UFO files (photos, videos, documents) on a public website, sparking speculation that the material could contain proof and pushing the
Pentagon releases the initial declassified UAP batch, which analysts say contains no verifiable evidence of alien technology or beings, prompting disappointment among disclosure
May 31 dips to 2%2%
Pentagon releases the initial declassified UAP batch, which analysts say contains no verifiable evidence of alien technology or beings, prompting disappointment among disclosure advocates
Pentagon publishes the full set of declassified UFO files on WAR.GOV/UFO, featuring the 2025 infrared image over the western U.S.
December 31 rises to 20%2%
and a 1969 Buzz Aldrin debrief; mainstream outlets call it “the most comprehensive UFO disclosure ever”
President Donald Trump orders the Defense Department to release dozens of previously classified UAP files, posting new videos and photos online
June 30 dips to 9%1%
President Donald Trump orders the Defense Department to release dozens of previously classified UAP files, posting new videos and photos online
The New York Times reports the Pentagon’s release of “new, never‑before‑seen” UAP files, noting the documents contain no conclusive evidence of extraterrestrial technology – The
September 30 dips to 12%2%
The New York Times reports the Pentagon’s release of “new, never‑before‑seen” UAP files, noting the documents contain no conclusive evidence of extraterrestrial technology – The release tempered expectations that a definitive confirmation was imminent, prompting a decline in the outcome’s
Pentagon releases first tranche of ~160 de‑classified UFO files (videos, photos, documents) but finds no evidence of alien technology
June 30 dips to 5%1%
Pentagon releases first tranche of ~160 de‑classified UFO files (videos, photos, documents) but finds no evidence of alien technology
Pentagon publishes the first tranche of de‑classified UFO files, including dozens of PDFs and images but concluding “no evidence of alien technology,” which lifts the market
December 31 dips to 18%3%
Pentagon publishes the first tranche of de‑classified UFO files, including dozens of PDFs and images but concluding “no evidence of alien technology,” which lifts the market slightly as traders interpret the transparency as a step toward eventual confirmation
The Guardian publishes analysis of the first batch of Pentagon UAP files The article noted that the All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office reiterated that the government “has never
The Guardian publishes analysis of the first batch of Pentagon UAP files The article noted that the All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office reiterated that the government “has never hidden alien technology,” reinforcing the perception that the disclosures were anticlimactic and pushing the market back up slightly as some traders reassessed the remaining upside .
Pentagon releases the first batch of previously secret UAP files, including infrared images from 2025, but again finds “no evidence of extraterrestrial activity,” causing a sharp
December 31 dips to 18%2%
Pentagon releases the first batch of previously secret UAP files, including infrared images from 2025, but again finds “no evidence of extraterrestrial activity,” causing a sharp drop
Pentagon releases a second, larger set of declassified UAP videos and reports, sparking a brief optimism surge – The fresh material generated media buzz and a short‑term
June 30 rises to 9%3%
Pentagon releases a second, larger set of declassified UAP videos and reports, sparking a brief optimism surge – The fresh material generated media buzz and a short‑term
The Pentagon, under the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE), launched the first tranche of declassified UAP files on war.gov/UFO, publishing
September 30 dips to 13%3%
The Pentagon, under the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE), launched the first tranche of declassified UAP files on war.gov/UFO, publishing dozens of historic reports, videos and photos but offering no conclusive proof of alien technology
Major outlets (The New York Times, NPR, The Guardian, CNN, Reuters) ran front‑page stories on the May 8 release, emphasizing transparency while noting that most documents were
September 30 dips to 12%1%
Major outlets (The New York Times, NPR, The Guardian, CNN, Reuters) ran front‑page stories on the May 8 release, emphasizing transparency while noting that most documents were ambiguous and that “no definitive evidence of extraterrestrials” was presented, prompting traders to downgrade the odds
White House reiterates that “very interesting” UFO material will be declassified soon, after the May 6 filing, restoring trader confidence (no new source needed;
the reaffirmation follows the May 6 filing).
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson says upcoming Trump‑admin UFO releases will likely be “anticlimactic” – Tyson’s sober assessment tempered the optimism from the May 6 leak,
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson says upcoming Trump‑admin UFO releases will likely be “anticlimactic” – Tyson’s sober assessment tempered the optimism from the May 6 leak, stabilizing the
“First batch of secret UFO files submitted for public release” reported by Daily Mail, with pastors claiming insider briefings – The news that documents were finally heading to
June 30 rises to 7%2%
“First batch of secret UFO files submitted for public release” reported by Daily Mail, with pastors claiming insider briefings – The news that documents were finally heading to the public revived hopes of a definitive statement, lifting the
Daily Mail reports that the first batch of secret UFO files has been submitted for public release, renewing expectations that the promised disclosures are imminent
September 30 rises to 13%2%
Daily Mail reports that the first batch of secret UFO files has been submitted for public release, renewing expectations that the promised disclosures are imminent
Former President Barack Obama tells “The Late Show” that “aliens are real, but I haven’t seen them”
June 30 rises to 10%2%
Former President Barack Obama tells “The Late Show” that “aliens are real, but I haven’t seen them”
Former President Barack Obama appears on The Late Show and states “the government isn’t hiding anything of true significance” about UFOs – Obama’s dismissal of any hidden evidence
June 30 rises to 6%1%
Former President Barack Obama appears on The Late Show and states “the government isn’t hiding anything of true significance” about UFOs – Obama’s dismissal of any hidden evidence dampened speculation, contributing to the market’s low point in early May.
Polymarket analysis notes that the Office of the Director of National Intelligence tweeted upcoming declassification of alien‑related files, but Reuters reports a delay in the
December 31 rises to 20%1%
Polymarket analysis notes that the Office of the Director of National Intelligence tweeted upcoming declassification of alien‑related files, but Reuters reports a delay in the release schedule The mixed signals kept the
NBC reports declassified Pentagon files contain no evidence of alien contact A detailed NBC story highlighted that the newly released PDFs and videos showed only mundane
NBC reports declassified Pentagon files contain no evidence of alien contact A detailed NBC story highlighted that the newly released PDFs and videos showed only mundane explanations (weather balloons, misidentified aircraft) and explicitly stated there was “no indication the U.S. government has interacted with beings from other planets,” prompting the.
Former President Barack Obama appears on The Late Show and says the government isn’t hiding any alien evidence, dampening market optimism and contributing to the slide toward the
June 30 dips to 5%3%
Former President Barack Obama appears on The Late Show and says the government isn’t hiding any alien evidence, dampening market optimism and contributing to the slide toward the low‑5 % level
Reuters follow‑up reports no new concrete evidence has emerged from the pending releases, reinforcing traders’ view that a definitive confirmation is unlikely before June 30
June 30 rises to 6%1%
Reuters follow‑up reports no new concrete evidence has emerged from the pending releases, reinforcing traders’ view that a definitive confirmation is unlikely before June 30
Pentagon fails to meet the April 14 deadline for delivering 46 classified UFO videos to Congress, prompting media reports that the release could be delayed
September 30 drops to 11%5%
Pentagon fails to meet the April 14 deadline for delivering 46 classified UFO videos to Congress, prompting media reports that the release could be delayed
Chicago Tribune notes Trump’s continued hints but no concrete disclosure, reinforcing skepticism – Continued teasing without evidence led traders to cut exposure, pushing the
June 30 dips to 5%2%
Chicago Tribune notes Trump’s continued hints but no concrete disclosure, reinforcing skepticism – Continued teasing without evidence led traders to cut exposure, pushing the
Trump hints at a new batch of “very interesting” UFO files to be released “very soon” at a Turning Point USA event, keeping the market cautious as the promised material remains
Trump hints at a new batch of “very interesting” UFO files to be released “very soon” at a Turning Point USA event, keeping the market cautious as the promised material remains undefined
A bipartisan congressional hearing on UAPs concludes without new evidence, leading to a slight(no direct source in the provided list; omitted from citation)
December 31 rises to 18%2%
A bipartisan congressional hearing on UAPs concludes without new evidence, leading to a slight(no direct source in the provided list; omitted from citation)
Reuters reports Trump’s claim that the administration will release UFO files “soon,” but no release materializes – The lack of an actual document dump the next day caused the
June 30 dips to 7%1%
Reuters reports Trump’s claim that the administration will release UFO files “soon,” but no release materializes – The lack of an actual document dump the next day caused the market to slide as optimism waned.
White House spokesperson confirms Trump has directed the Department of War to begin the declassification process for alien‑related records, tempering earlier optimism and leading
June 30 dips to 6%2%
White House spokesperson confirms Trump has directed the Department of War to begin the declassification process for alien‑related records, tempering earlier optimism and leading the
White House spokesperson confirms Trump’s directive to the Department of War to declassify UFO and alien‑related files, raising expectations but still without a definitive
White House spokesperson confirms Trump’s directive to the Department of War to declassify UFO and alien‑related files, raising expectations but still without a definitive statement of alien existence
Zee News outlines Trump’s directive to the Defense Department to publish UFO records on a digital platform, highlighting that the move is procedural and does not constitute an
Zee News outlines Trump’s directive to the Defense Department to publish UFO records on a digital platform, highlighting that the move is procedural and does not constitute an official admission of alien life
IBTimes publishes Trump’s claim that the upcoming UFO release could contain definitive evidence, but stresses that no confirmation of extraterrestrial origin has been made
IBTimes publishes Trump’s claim that the upcoming UFO release could contain definitive evidence, but stresses that no confirmation of extraterrestrial origin has been made
Trump reiterates that “very interesting” UFO documents will be declassified “in the near future,” prompting a brief rally in the market
Trump reiterates that “very interesting” UFO documents will be declassified “in the near future,” prompting a brief rally in the market
Trump repeats promise to release “a lot of things” on UFOs during an event with Artemis II astronauts – The president’s public remarks at the Oval Office revived speculation,
June 30 rises to 8%2%
Trump repeats promise to release “a lot of things” on UFOs during an event with Artemis II astronauts – The president’s public remarks at the Oval Office revived speculation, briefly lifting the
President Trump tells NASA Artemis II crew the administration will soon release “a lot” of UFO files, sparking renewed speculation of an imminent disclosure
June 30 rises to 8%1%
President Trump tells NASA Artemis II crew the administration will soon release “a lot” of UFO files, sparking renewed speculation of an imminent disclosure
Trump publicly confirms the administration will release “as much information as possible” on UFOs in the near future during an Oval Office briefing with Artemis II astronauts
September 30 dips to 14%2%
Trump publicly confirms the administration will release “as much information as possible” on UFOs in the near future during an Oval Office briefing with Artemis II astronauts
President Trump tells supporters at a Turning Point USA event that “the first releases will begin very, very soon,” sparking optimism about upcoming UFO disclosures
June 30 rises to 8%1%
President Trump tells supporters at a Turning Point USA event that “the first releases will begin very, very soon,” sparking optimism about upcoming UFO disclosures
President Donald Trump tells reporters the administration will soon declassify “very interesting” UFO files, saying pilots “saw things you wouldn’t believe”
June 30 dips to 7%1%
President Donald Trump tells reporters the administration will soon declassify “very interesting” UFO files, saying pilots “saw things you wouldn’t believe”
President Donald Trump tells reporters the administration will release “very interesting” UFO files “very soon,” reviving hopes of a disclosure and pushing the
June 30 rises to 8%3%
President Donald Trump tells reporters the administration will release “very interesting” UFO files “very soon,” reviving hopes of a disclosure and pushing the
President Trump tells NASA Artemis II crew the administration will soon release “a lot of things” on UFOs, hinting at upcoming disclosures but offering no concrete evidence
June 30 dips to 7%1%
President Trump tells NASA Artemis II crew the administration will soon release “a lot of things” on UFOs, hinting at upcoming disclosures but offering no concrete evidence
Former President Trump tells NASA’s Artemis II crew that the administration will release “a lot of things” on UFOs, raising hopes for a breakthrough disclosure and briefly lifting
June 30 dips to 7%1%
Former President Trump tells NASA’s Artemis II crew that the administration will release “a lot of things” on UFOs, raising hopes for a breakthrough disclosure and briefly lifting the
AARO releases its annual report stating no extraterrestrial evidence was found in any UAP case The agency’s explicit denial tempered expectations, causing a modest pull‑back after
December 31 dips to 19%2%
AARO releases its annual report stating no extraterrestrial evidence was found in any UAP case The agency’s explicit denial tempered expectations, causing a modest pull‑back after the April peak.
New Pentagon study released showing “no evidence of extraterrestrial origin” for UAPs, causing a modest pullback
December 31 dips to 18%3%
New Pentagon study released showing “no evidence of extraterrestrial origin” for UAPs, causing a modest pullback
Reuters follow‑up notes that the upcoming release schedule has been delayed, causing the market to pull back modestly
December 31 dips to 16%2%
Reuters follow‑up notes that the upcoming release schedule has been delayed, causing the market to pull back modestly
AARO officials reiterated that no extraterrestrial evidence had been found in any UAP reports, tempering the earlier optimism and nudging the
December 31 dips to 20%1%
AARO officials reiterated that no extraterrestrial evidence had been found in any UAP reports, tempering the earlier optimism and nudging the
Former President Barack Obama appears on the “No Lie” podcast and states “aliens are real,” sparking media buzz about possible government confirmation – Obama’s public comment
September 30 dips to 15%1%
Former President Barack Obama appears on the “No Lie” podcast and states “aliens are real,” sparking media buzz about possible government confirmation – Obama’s public comment added credibility to the notion that senior officials might soon make an official statement, sustaining elevated
Trump hints at imminent “very interesting” UFO files at a Turning Point USA rally in Phoenix, saying the first releases will be “very, very soon”
September 30 rises to 16%2%
Trump hints at imminent “very interesting” UFO files at a Turning Point USA rally in Phoenix, saying the first releases will be “very, very soon”
The Guardian reports the Pentagon’s recent release of three UAP videos and notes that officials still say the footage offers no proof of alien technology
June 30 dips to 8%2%
The Guardian reports the Pentagon’s recent release of three UAP videos and notes that officials still say the footage offers no proof of alien technology
The Guardian publishes a story on the Pentagon’s release of previously classified UFO videos, reigniting public speculation about confirmed extraterrestrial evidence
December 31 rises to 21%2%
The Guardian publishes a story on the Pentagon’s release of previously classified UFO videos, reigniting public speculation about confirmed extraterrestrial evidence
House Oversight Committee says its UAP investigation is ongoing and it is still seeking Pentagon video files – Congressional pressure without concrete findings reinforced doubts,
June 30 dips to 7%1%
House Oversight Committee says its UAP investigation is ongoing and it is still seeking Pentagon video files – Congressional pressure without concrete findings reinforced doubts, nudging the
The Guardian reported the Pentagon’s release of previously classified UFO videos, reigniting trader optimism that the files might contain “interesting” evidence
December 31 rises to 21%4%
The Guardian reported the Pentagon’s release of previously classified UFO videos, reigniting trader optimism that the files might contain “interesting” evidence
Pentagon’s All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office holds a congressional hearing on UAPs, releasing new analysis – Coverage in The Guardian highlighted fresh congressional testimony
December 31 rises to 19%3%
Pentagon’s All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office holds a congressional hearing on UAPs, releasing new analysis – Coverage in The Guardian highlighted fresh congressional testimony and data releases, renewing speculation of imminent confirmation and lifting the
MIT Technology Review runs a feature on how scientists are still searching for biosignatures, underscoring that any “alien” discovery remains scientific and not governmental,
June 30 dips to 6%1%
MIT Technology Review runs a feature on how scientists are still searching for biosignatures, underscoring that any “alien” discovery remains scientific and not governmental, dampening market optimism
NASA internal memo shows renewed planning for how to announce a definitive ET‑life discovery – The Black Vault disclosed a June 2025 NASA meeting that was revisited in early 2026,
December 31 rises to 22%3%
NASA internal memo shows renewed planning for how to announce a definitive ET‑life discovery – The Black Vault disclosed a June 2025 NASA meeting that was revisited in early 2026, suggesting the agency was preparing a formal disclosure protocol; traders responded with a further
The Pentagon finally releases the long‑awaited UFO videos, confirming anomalous aerial phenomena and reigniting speculation that the government may soon acknowledge
December 31 rises to 21%4%
The Pentagon finally releases the long‑awaited UFO videos, confirming anomalous aerial phenomena and reigniting speculation that the government may soon acknowledge extraterrestrial origins, pushing the
AARO’s annual report states it has found no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings or technology in its 757 UAP cases, prompting a sharp drop in confidence
June 30 dips to 5%3%
AARO’s annual report states it has found no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings or technology in its 757 UAP cases, prompting a sharp drop in confidence
U.S. Department of War launches the public “UAP Files” portal, posting the first batch of never‑before‑seen documents – The initial release gave traders a concrete data point but
June 30 dips to 7%1%
U.S. Department of War launches the public “UAP Files” portal, posting the first batch of never‑before‑seen documents – The initial release gave traders a concrete data point but the files contained only routine sightings, prompting a modest sell‑off.
House Oversight Committee holds a UAP transparency hearing, saying it is still seeking unreleased Defense Department videos The congressional hearing revived hopes that new
December 31 jumps to 21%5%
House Oversight Committee holds a UAP transparency hearing, saying it is still seeking unreleased Defense Department videos The congressional hearing revived hopes that new evidence might emerge before year‑end, lifting the market to its highest level.
AARO annual report finds no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings or technology, reinforcing doubts about a near‑term confirmation
June 30 dips to 8%2%
AARO annual report finds no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings or technology, reinforcing doubts about a near‑term confirmation
AARO annual report finds “no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings, activity, or technology” and notes many cases remain classified
June 30 dips to 8%2%
AARO annual report finds “no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings, activity, or technology” and notes many cases remain classified
Paraghosts publishes “U.S. Government Disclosure Guide” confirming no public proof of alien visitation as of April 20 2026
June 30 dips to 8%2%
Paraghosts publishes “U.S. Government Disclosure Guide” confirming no public proof of alien visitation as of April 20 2026
Trump‑ordered “UFO transparency” drive announced The president tweeted that the Secretary of War would begin identifying and releasing all government files on “alien and
Trump‑ordered “UFO transparency” drive announced The president tweeted that the Secretary of War would begin identifying and releasing all government files on “alien and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), and UFOs,” sparking a brief rally in “Yes” odds as traders expected groundbreaking evidence .
President Trump announces “UFO files will be released very soon” in a Phoenix speech, promising unprecedented disclosure – The bold claim sparked optimism that the resolution
June 30 dips to 8%2%
President Trump announces “UFO files will be released very soon” in a Phoenix speech, promising unprecedented disclosure – The bold claim sparked optimism that the resolution criteria might be met, pushing the “Yes”
The Department of War announces the first batch of never‑before‑seen UAP files will be posted publicly as part of the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System (PURSUE)
May 31 dips to 4%1%
The Department of War announces the first batch of never‑before‑seen UAP files will be posted publicly as part of the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System (PURSUE)
AARO’s annual report states the agency found no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings, activity, or technology in its 757 new cases, reinforcing doubts about imminent
June 30 dips to 8%2%
AARO’s annual report states the agency found no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings, activity, or technology in its 757 new cases, reinforcing doubts about imminent confirmation
Trump reveals officials have identified “notable” UFO documents and promises an initial batch “very soon” – A follow‑up statement emphasized that a “first release” was imminent,
June 30 dips to 6%3%
Trump reveals officials have identified “notable” UFO documents and promises an initial batch “very soon” – A follow‑up statement emphasized that a “first release” was imminent, prompting a sharp drop as traders reassessed the timeline for any definitive confirmation.
Trump tells reporters that the first tranche of “interesting” UFO documents will be released soon, prompting a short‑term
December 31 dips to 18%3%
Trump tells reporters that the first tranche of “interesting” UFO documents will be released soon, prompting a short‑term
President Trump pledges to “unseal” all UAP records and order a full government review of alien‑related files – The announcement raised expectations that a definitive confirmation
June 30 dips to 8%2%
President Trump pledges to “unseal” all UAP records and order a full government review of alien‑related files – The announcement raised expectations that a definitive confirmation could arrive soon, but the vague wording led traders to trim bets as the promise seemed procedural rather than substantive.
President Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Pentagon and other agencies to begin releasing all government records related to “alien and extraterrestrial life”
May 31 dips to 5%1%
President Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Pentagon and other agencies to begin releasing all government records related to “alien and extraterrestrial life”
President Donald J. Trump publicly pledged to “release all eyewitness accounts and government records on unidentified anomalous phenomena” within weeks, raising expectations that
September 30 rises to 16%2%
President Donald J. Trump publicly pledged to “release all eyewitness accounts and government records on unidentified anomalous phenomena” within weeks, raising expectations that a confirming statement might soon follow
President Donald Trump orders the Pentagon to release all UAP (UFO) files by the end of April – The presidential directive raised speculation that a formal acknowledgment could
September 30 rises to 16%2%
President Donald Trump orders the Pentagon to release all UAP (UFO) files by the end of April – The presidential directive raised speculation that a formal acknowledgment could arrive quickly, pushing the “Yes”
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman publicly states that upcoming missions will include “searches for signs of extraterrestrial life,” reviving optimism and nudging the
December 31 rises to 18%4%
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman publicly states that upcoming missions will include “searches for signs of extraterrestrial life,” reviving optimism and nudging the
FBI Director Kash Patel confirms that the Pentagon will soon deliver a batch of UFO documents to the public, sparking a brief rally in “Yes” odds as traders anticipate a
June 30 dips to 8%2%
FBI Director Kash Patel confirms that the Pentagon will soon deliver a batch of UFO documents to the public, sparking a brief rally in “Yes” odds as traders anticipate a breakthrough
Guardian report notes “UFO watchers buoyed by Trump and Vice‑President Mike Vance’s alien obsession,” reinforcing expectations of imminent releases
December 31 rises to 21%3%
Guardian report notes “UFO watchers buoyed by Trump and Vice‑President Mike Vance’s alien obsession,” reinforcing expectations of imminent releases
Reports emerge that the Pentagon’s AARO office found no extraterrestrial evidence in its latest review, tempering optimism but still leaving odds elevated as traders anticipate a
December 31 dips to 19%2%
Reports emerge that the Pentagon’s AARO office found no extraterrestrial evidence in its latest review, tempering optimism but still leaving odds elevated as traders anticipate a possible late‑April announcement
Former CIA director Tulsi Gabbard tells a major outlet she believes extraterrestrials exist, reigniting trader optimism
December 31 rises to 21%3%
Former CIA director Tulsi Gabbard tells a major outlet she believes extraterrestrials exist, reigniting trader optimism
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announces that NASA’s upcoming deep‑space missions will include “searches for technosignatures” motivated by recent UAP findings, reviving
December 31 jumps to 21%5%
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announces that NASA’s upcoming deep‑space missions will include “searches for technosignatures” motivated by recent UAP findings, reviving expectations of a near‑term disclosure
President Trump says the Pentagon will soon release “very interesting” UFO files, hinting at possible alien evidence – In a White House briefing, Trump announced that the Defense
June 30 dips to 9%1%
President Trump says the Pentagon will soon release “very interesting” UFO files, hinting at possible alien evidence – In a White House briefing, Trump announced that the Defense Department was preparing to declassify new UFO documents, sparking a brief rally in the market.
The White House registers the domain “aliens.gov,” signalling an official push for disclosure and sparking a market rally
December 31 dips to 19%3%
The White House registers the domain “aliens.gov,” signalling an official push for disclosure and sparking a market rally
A senior Pentagon official confirms the All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office will publish newly de‑classified UFO videos next week, prompting a 4‑point jump in the market
December 31 rises to 19%4%
A senior Pentagon official confirms the All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office will publish newly de‑classified UFO videos next week, prompting a 4‑point jump in the market (reported in the Guardian on 2026‑04‑22)
White House quietly registers the “aliens.gov” domain after a Trump directive, igniting speculation of an imminent official confirmation and pushing odds to a new high
December 31 jumps to 21%7%
White House quietly registers the “aliens.gov” domain after a Trump directive, igniting speculation of an imminent official confirmation and pushing odds to a new high
White House registers the domain “aliens.gov,” signaling a formal disclosure channel and pushing odds up again
December 31 rises to 19%3%
White House registers the domain “aliens.gov,” signaling a formal disclosure channel and pushing odds up again
Independent review by the All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office concludes the newly released files show no evidence of alien technology, tempering expectations and pulling the
December 31 dips to 14%4%
Independent review by the All‑Domain Anomaly Resolution Office concludes the newly released files show no evidence of alien technology, tempering expectations and pulling the
U.S. House Oversight Committee holds a televised hearing on UAP investigations, with the chair emphasizing “ongoing inquiries” and hinting that new evidence could emerge later in
December 31 rises to 16%4%
U.S. House Oversight Committee holds a televised hearing on UAP investigations, with the chair emphasizing “ongoing inquiries” and hinting that new evidence could emerge later in the year
Pentagon announces it will declassify a new batch of UAP documents in May, but states the files contain “no bombshells or confirmation of alien life,” tempering optimism
December 31 dips to 14%4%
Pentagon announces it will declassify a new batch of UAP documents in May, but states the files contain “no bombshells or confirmation of alien life,” tempering optimism
UFO‑researcher David Wilcock’s suicide, reported as a blow to the “Disclosure” movement that had been pushing for a June 30 confirmation, pulled odds down
December 31 dips to 11%3%
UFO‑researcher David Wilcock’s suicide, reported as a blow to the “Disclosure” movement that had been pushing for a June 30 confirmation, pulled odds down
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirms the Pentagon is “working on” declassifying alien‑related files following Trump’s order
December 31 rises to 21%2%
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirms the Pentagon is “working on” declassifying alien‑related files following Trump’s order
President Trump publicly directed the Defense Secretary and other agencies to begin releasing “alien and extraterrestrial” files, sparking a surge of speculation about imminent
December 31 rises to 12%2%
President Trump publicly directed the Defense Secretary and other agencies to begin releasing “alien and extraterrestrial” files, sparking a surge of speculation about imminent disclosure
Pentagon releases the first batch of never‑before‑seen UAP documents, including infrared images from December 2025 and historic Apollo mission transcripts;
December 31 jumps to 26%8%
media highlight “possible extraterrestrial technology”
AARO’s annual report is released, stating it found “no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings or technology,” tempering optimism and prompting a sharp
December 31 drops to 12%6%
AARO’s annual report is released, stating it found “no verifiable evidence of extraterrestrial beings or technology,” tempering optimism and prompting a sharp
Trump’s formal order to agencies to identify and release alien‑related records is reported by Reuters
December 31 jumps to 26%12%
Trump’s formal order to agencies to identify and release alien‑related records is reported by Reuters
Pentagon releases three historic UFO videos to the public – The Guardian reported the Pentagon’s de‑classification of previously unseen UFO footage, which many traders interpreted
December 31 rises to 18%4%
Pentagon releases three historic UFO videos to the public – The Guardian reported the Pentagon’s de‑classification of previously unseen UFO footage, which many traders interpreted as a tangible step toward disclosure, spurring the largest single‑day rise (+7 pts).
Trump’s executive order triggers market peak;
December 31 jumps to 26%12%
analysts note “no evidence yet” but hype drives odds to 26% (the day’s high)
Kalshi records $300,000 in wagers that the U.S.
December 31 jumps to 18%8%
will announce alien existence by year‑end, reflecting heightened trader confidence after Trump’s directive
Former President Barack Obama’s podcast remark that “aliens are real” (later clarified) amplified public interest and was cited as the trigger for Trump’s February directive
December 31 rises to 14%2%
Former President Barack Obama’s podcast remark that “aliens are real” (later clarified) amplified public interest and was cited as the trigger for Trump’s February directive
CNN reports Trump’s Truth Social post directing the Secretary of War and other agencies to begin releasing government records on alien life, UAPs and UFOs
December 31 jumps to 20%6%
CNN reports Trump’s Truth Social post directing the Secretary of War and other agencies to begin releasing government records on alien life, UAPs and UFOs
President Trump posts on Truth Social that he has directed the Secretary of War and other agencies to begin releasing UFO and alien‑related files, driving the
December 31 rises to 18%4%
President Trump posts on Truth Social that he has directed the Secretary of War and other agencies to begin releasing UFO and alien‑related files, driving the
President Donald Trump posts on Truth Social that he will direct the Pentagon and other agencies to begin releasing government files on alien life and UAPs
December 31 rises to 14%2%
President Donald Trump posts on Truth Social that he will direct the Pentagon and other agencies to begin releasing government files on alien life and UAPs
President Donald Trump announces he will direct the Pentagon and other agencies to begin releasing government files on alien life, UAPs and UFOs
December 31 rises to 14%4%
President Donald Trump announces he will direct the Pentagon and other agencies to begin releasing government files on alien life, UAPs and UFOs
Trump reiterates directive to identify and release all alien‑related government files – A follow‑up Truth Social statement (reported by CNN) reinforced the earlier commitment,
December 31 rises to 14%3%
Trump reiterates directive to identify and release all alien‑related government files – A follow‑up Truth Social statement (reported by CNN) reinforced the earlier commitment, driving a +3‑point jump that helped the market break the 14 % barrier.
The Pentagon announces the upcoming “PURSUE” release of declassified UAP files, citing Trump’s earlier directive;
December 31 jumps to 18%6%
analysts predict the batch could contain definitive evidence
Former President Donald Trump announces he has directed the Defense Secretary to begin releasing UFO‑related files Trump’s public directive created expectations of a near‑term
December 31 jumps to 20%6%
Former President Donald Trump announces he has directed the Defense Secretary to begin releasing UFO‑related files Trump’s public directive created expectations of a near‑term declassification, driving a sharp
Former President Barack Obama says “aliens are real” in a podcast interview
December 31 rises to 12%3%
Former President Barack Obama says “aliens are real” in a podcast interview
Donald Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Pentagon to begin releasing all government files on “alien and extraterrestrial life, UAP, and UFOs”
December 31 jumps to 17%7%
Donald Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Pentagon to begin releasing all government files on “alien and extraterrestrial life, UAP, and UFOs”
President Donald Trump posts on Truth Social that he will direct federal agencies to identify and release all government files related to alien life, UAPs and UFOs, sparking a
December 31 jumps to 18%8%
President Donald Trump posts on Truth Social that he will direct federal agencies to identify and release all government files related to alien life, UAPs and UFOs, sparking a surge of speculation
Former President Barack Obama appears on a popular podcast stating “aliens are real” before clarifying he has seen no evidence, sparking renewed public speculation and a short‑term
December 31 rises to 12%4%
Former President Barack Obama appears on a popular podcast stating “aliens are real” before clarifying he has seen no evidence, sparking renewed public speculation and a short‑term
Former President Barack Obama says “aliens are real” in a podcast, sparking speculation that the government may soon confirm extraterrestrials
December 31 rises to 8%1%
Former President Barack Obama says “aliens are real” in a podcast, sparking speculation that the government may soon confirm extraterrestrials
President Donald Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Pentagon and the Secretary of War to begin releasing all government files on “alien and extraterrestrial life,
December 31 rises to 11%4%
President Donald Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Pentagon and the Secretary of War to begin releasing all government files on “alien and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), and UFOs”
Trump’s Truth Social post directing the Secretary of War to release UFO and alien files – The president’s explicit order to de‑classify government UFO records was covered by CNN
December 31 rises to 12%3%
Trump’s Truth Social post directing the Secretary of War to release UFO and alien files – The president’s explicit order to de‑classify government UFO records was covered by CNN and Newsweek, creating a sharp optimism spike that pushed the “Yes”
President Trump teases at a Turning Point USA event that he will direct the Secretary of War to release UFO and extraterrestrial‑related files
December 31 dips to 11%1%
President Trump teases at a Turning Point USA event that he will direct the Secretary of War to release UFO and extraterrestrial‑related files
Secretary of State Marco Rubio fielded “fun question” about alien disclosure on “Hannity,” fueling speculation Rubio’s brief acknowledgment that the topic was on the
December 31 rises to 12%3%
Secretary of State Marco Rubio fielded “fun question” about alien disclosure on “Hannity,” fueling speculation Rubio’s brief acknowledgment that the topic was on the administration’s radar lifted optimism and pushed the
Trump‑aligned officials say the administration is preparing to announce extraterrestrials after a “basic facts” briefing, sparking early optimism and lifting the
December 31 rises to 10%3%
Trump‑aligned officials say the administration is preparing to announce extraterrestrials after a “basic facts” briefing, sparking early optimism and lifting the
Pravda USA reveals that the Trump administration is preparing to announce and acknowledge extraterrestrial life, citing a pending presidential briefing
December 31 rises to 12%3%
Pravda USA reveals that the Trump administration is preparing to announce and acknowledge extraterrestrial life, citing a pending presidential briefing
U.S. administration seen preparing to announce extraterrestrial life, citing Trump’s briefing on “basic facts” – A Pravda USA report detailed that the Trump team was deciding how
December 31 rises to 10%3%
U.S. administration seen preparing to announce extraterrestrial life, citing Trump’s briefing on “basic facts” – A Pravda USA report detailed that the Trump team was deciding how to handle a forthcoming briefing on alien evidence, prompting market participants to anticipate an imminent official statement and lift the
U.S. administration reportedly prepares a presidential announcement on extraterrestrials, fueling speculation that a formal disclosure could arrive soon
December 31 rises to 12%3%
U.S. administration reportedly prepares a presidential announcement on extraterrestrials, fueling speculation that a formal disclosure could arrive soon
U.S. administration reportedly preparing a Trump‑era announcement that the president may confirm extraterrestrials after a briefing on “basic facts”
December 31 rises to 9%2%
U.S. administration reportedly preparing a Trump‑era announcement that the president may confirm extraterrestrials after a briefing on “basic facts”
“The Age of Disclosure” documentary premieres, claiming secret U.S.
December 31 rises to 9%2%
alien evidence The high‑profile film sparked renewed public and media interest in UFOs, prompting traders to bet on an imminent government confirmation.
ScienceDaily reports discovery of a nearby habitable‑zone super‑Earth, boosting hopes for finding alien life
December 31 rises to 9%2%
ScienceDaily reports discovery of a nearby habitable‑zone super‑Earth, boosting hopes for finding alien life
Scientists announce discovery of a nearby super‑Earth in the habitable zone, boosting hopes of finding alien life
December 31 rises to 9%2%
Scientists announce discovery of a nearby super‑Earth in the habitable zone, boosting hopes of finding alien life
Pentagon releases infrared still images of unidentified aerial phenomena over the western United States, the first public UAP footage since 2024
December 31 rises to 12%4%
Pentagon releases infrared still images of unidentified aerial phenomena over the western United States, the first public UAP footage since 2024
The Black Vault publishes a leaked NASA internal memo showing a June 2025 meeting that outlined a formal protocol for announcing a definitive extraterrestrial‑life discovery
December 31 rises to 8%1%
The Black Vault publishes a leaked NASA internal memo showing a June 2025 meeting that outlined a formal protocol for announcing a definitive extraterrestrial‑life discovery
Ufology leader David Wilcock dies by suicide, a blow to the “Disclosure” movement and causing traders to pull back on “Yes” bets
December 31 dips to 10%2%
Ufology leader David Wilcock dies by suicide, a blow to the “Disclosure” movement and causing traders to pull back on “Yes” bets
President Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Defense Secretary to begin releasing UFO and alien‑related files, prompting a surge in market odds
December 31 rises to 14%4%
President Trump posts on Truth Social directing the Defense Secretary to begin releasing UFO and alien‑related files, prompting a surge in market odds
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