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The lottery and cryptocurrency markets both reveal a stark truth: despite the promise of opportunity, their structures dictate that the majority will lose while a select few profit, showcasing the unyielding nature of extraction regardless of the perceived advantages of participation.
Market makers are often described as neutral referees — silent guardians of liquidity. But neutrality is an illusion. This essay explores spreads, inventory balancing, OTC desks, adverse selection, and hedging to show how dealers shape price through vested interest. To see the hidden hand is the first step in no longer being led by it.
