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Versus is built on fair competition. Our systems and policies ensure everyone competes on equal footing.

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Core Principles

Fair play isn’t just a policy. It’s the foundation of meaningful competition.

Equal Access

Same information, same odds, same opportunities for all users

Transparent Rules

Clear, published rules that apply equally to everyone

Merit-Based

Rankings and rewards based solely on prediction performance

Anti-Manipulation

Technical systems preventing gaming and exploitation

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Prohibited Activities

One Person, One AccountProhibited:
  • Creating multiple accounts
  • Using others’ accounts
  • Account sharing
  • Selling/buying accounts
Detection:
  • Device fingerprinting
  • IP analysis
  • Behavioral patterns
  • Verification requirements
Consequences:
  • All accounts banned
  • Funds frozen
  • Leaderboard removal
  • Permanent platform ban
No Coordinated ManipulationProhibited:
  • Coordinating positions with others
  • Artificially moving odds
  • Challenge manipulation
  • League fixing
Detection:
  • Pattern analysis
  • Network mapping
  • Statistical anomaly detection
  • User reports
Consequences:
  • Account suspension
  • Position reversal
  • Prize forfeiture
  • Permanent ban
No Gaming the SystemProhibited:
  • Wash trading (self-dealing)
  • Spoofing positions
  • Information manipulation
  • Exploitation of bugs
Detection:
  • Trade pattern analysis
  • Anomaly detection
  • AMM monitoring
  • Automated flags
Consequences:
  • Trades reversed
  • Profits seized
  • Account terminated
  • Legal action possible
No Unauthorized AutomationProhibited:
  • Trading bots without approval
  • Automated account actions
  • API abuse
  • Scraping for advantage
Detection:
  • Request pattern analysis
  • Rate limiting
  • CAPTCHA challenges
  • Behavioral analysis
Note: API access available for approved use cases.

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Detection Systems

We employ multiple layers of protection:
SystemPurpose
ML ModelsIdentify suspicious patterns
Network AnalysisDetect related accounts
Behavioral FingerprintingRecognize repeat offenders
Statistical MonitorsFlag anomalous activity
Community ReportsUser-submitted concerns
Detection systems run continuously. Sophisticated manipulation will be caught.

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Investigation Process

When issues are detected:
1

Flag

System or user flags suspicious activity for review.
2

Investigation

Team reviews evidence, patterns, and context.
3

Determination

Decision made based on evidence and policy.
4

Action

Appropriate consequence applied (warning to ban).
5

Appeal

User may appeal within 30 days with new evidence.

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Consequences Ladder

Offense LevelFirst OffenseRepeat Offense
MinorWarning7-day suspension
Moderate7-day suspension30-day ban
Major30-day banPermanent ban
SeverePermanent banLegal action

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What’s Fair Game

Allowed

  • Using public information
  • Discussing predictions publicly
  • Following expert predictors
  • Building research edges
  • Creating friend leagues
  • Social coordination (challenges)

Encouraged

  • Developing expertise
  • Healthy competition
  • Community engagement
  • Reporting violations
  • Sharing strategies publicly
  • Building reputation honestly

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Reporting Violations

Help keep Versus fair:
MethodUse Case
In-App ReportFlag specific users or predictions
Emailfairplay@versusmarkets.io for detailed reports
Trust & SafetyUrgent issues requiring immediate attention
Reports are confidential. We never reveal who reported.

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Fair Play Rewards

We recognize players who exemplify fair competition:
  • Fair Play Badge: For accounts with zero violations
  • Community Guardian: For users who help maintain integrity
  • Seasonal Recognition: Highlights in fair play reports

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Appeals Process

If you believe action was taken in error:
  1. Contact fairplay@versusmarkets.io within 30 days
  2. Provide evidence supporting your case
  3. Team reviews appeal (5-10 business days)
  4. Final decision communicated via email
  5. Decision is binding

Identity Profiles

How identity supports fair play

Data Integrity

Technical fairness infrastructure