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by emiliobumachar 2876 days ago
I don't think so, no. If I know for a fact that someone has a 40% chance of dying tomorrow, it still makes sense for me to sell them insurance valid tomorrow only, charging 40% of payout plus some margin. It also probably makes sense for them to buy it, to guarantee the higher payout for their family if they die.