Speculation on the Next Pope
Bookmakers and crypto investors are already speculating on who will succeed Pope Francis as the next pontiff, with Italian cardinal Pietro Parolin and charismatic moderate Luis Antonio Tagle leading the predictions. The secretive papal conclave to select the new pope is set to take place 15-20 days after Francis's death, with 135 cardinal electors participating.
Key Points
- Bookmakers and crypto investors are already speculating on the next pope
- Italian cardinal Pietro Parolin and Luis Antonio Tagle are leading the predictions
- Papal conclave to select the new pope is set to take place within 15-20 days after Francis's death
Pros
- Increased interest in the papacy and papal selection process
- Engagement of bookmakers and crypto investors
Cons
- Overemphasis on betting and speculation
- Uncertainty in accurately predicting the outcome of the papal conclave