CFTC Proposes First Formal Prediction Markets Rules, Sets Case-by-Case Contract Review Framework
The CFTC released its first comprehensive regulatory framework for prediction markets, requiring case-by-case review of event contracts and banning trading on terrorism, assassinations, and war-related outcomes.
CoinDesk · +14 outlets
ProphetX Wins CFTC Approval To Operate Federally Regulated Sports-Native Prediction Exchange
ProphetX became the first sports-focused prediction market to receive federal CFTC approval to launch as a regulated exchange, setting a regulatory precedent for event contract platforms.
PR Newswire · +8 outlets
Wisconsin Seeks Injunction To Block Sports Event Contract Trading On Kalshi, Coinbase, Robinhood
Wisconsin moved to obtain a preliminary injunction against three platforms offering sports event contracts, marking the first state-level legal challenge to prediction market expansion.
Bettors Insider · +7 outlets
Coinbase Eyes World Cup Prediction Market Boom Amid Industry Surge
Coinbase is positioning itself to capitalize on World Cup prediction market growth, with analyst forecasts projecting a $5-10 billion consumer volume surge during the tournament.
grafa.com · +1 outlets
FanDuel Predicts Expands Event Contracts Via Partnerships With Crypto.com And OG Markets
FanDuel Predicts expanded its sports event contract lineup through partnerships with Crypto.com and OG prediction markets ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sportsbook Review · +14 outlets
Bernstein Calls FIFA World Cup a 'Watershed Moment' For Prediction Markets
Analysts project the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a pivotal inflection point for prediction markets, expecting multi-billion-dollar consumer volume surge as mainstream adoption accelerates.
The Block · +6 outlets
Robinhood Routes Event Contracts Through Rothera Exchange; HOOD Stock Extends Rally
Robinhood is operating its sports event contracts through the Rothera Exchange and announced Robinhood Gold as a premium subscription product, driving stock gains.
HarianBasis.co · +5 outlets
DOJ and CFTC Launch Insider-Trading Probes Into George Santos Over Kalshi Bets
Federal authorities opened investigations into former Rep. George Santos for placing bets on his own State of the Union appearance on Kalshi, raising insider trading concerns.
thedefiant.io · +3 outlets
DraftKings Predictions Records $3.1B Annualized Trading Volume in May
DraftKings' prediction market platform achieved $3.1 billion in annualized trading volume during May, demonstrating significant mainstream adoption of event contracts.
egr.global · +4 outlets
Trump Administration Prediction Market Proposal Leaves Sports Trading Intact, Angering Legacy Gaming Operators
The Trump administration's prediction markets framework protects sports event contract trading, provoking opposition from traditional gaming and sportsbook operators.
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Kalshi Launches Regulated XRP Perpetual Futures For U.S. Traders
Kalshi expanded into crypto derivatives by launching regulated XRP perpetual futures for U.S. traders, broadening its product offering beyond sports event contracts.
Castle Crypto · +14 outlets
CFTC Chairman Selig Backs Prediction Markets With New Case-by-Case Regulatory Framework
CFTC Chair Selig endorsed regulatory clarity for prediction markets through a case-by-case contract review process, signaling agency support for the emerging industry.
Bitcoin News · +14 outlets
BitMart US Enters Prediction Markets Through Plaee, CFTC-Regulated Push
BitMart US announced entry into the prediction markets space through a partnership arrangement, as crypto exchanges seek regulatory compliance pathways.
TradingView · +1 outlets
Atlantic Council Examines U.S. And European Approaches To Prediction Markets Policy
The Atlantic Council published comparative analysis of how the U.S. and European regulators are approaching prediction markets governance and oversight.
Atlantic Council · +1 outlets