TroveMarkets' recent ICO, aimed at raising $2.5 million, ended with over $11.5 million in commitments, sparking controversy due to rule changes during the fundraising period. Initially extended by five days to ensure fair distribution, the extension was abruptly canceled, leading to significant losses for bettors on Polymarket. The decision has drawn criticism for manipulating expectations, with some users suffering substantial financial losses. Despite the controversy, some remain optimistic about Trove's demand, with the mainnet launch expected on February 10th.