CFTC proposes treating event contracts as swaps, drawing a line between prediction markets and casino-style wagers
The rulemaking would formally classify many event contracts as swaps while excluding sportsbook-style bets, reshaping how prediction markets are regulated in th
FishDuck · +14 outlets
Blockchain.com files dual CFTC applications to launch US prediction markets and crypto derivatives
The crypto exchange is seeking CFTC licenses to offer event contracts and derivatives in the US, joining a growing field of firms chasing regulated prediction m
BigGo Finance · +14 outlets
NFL asks Supreme Court to review prediction markets, calling sports event contracts gambling in disguise
The league's petition argues sports event contracts are gambling, with 40 states backing its position, in a case that could decide the industry's legal footing.
Latin Times · +14 outlets
Coinbase halts Michigan sports event contracts, joining Kalshi and Robinhood in state crackdown
The halt follows state pressure on sports event contracts, tightening the map of where US prediction markets can operate.
PlayUSA · +14 outlets
Google bans prediction market ads in Connecticut, the fifth US state excluded
The ad policy change restricts how prediction market operators can reach users in states that have pushed back on event contracts.
PPC Land · +1 outlets
CFTC's new swaps rule appears driven by appellate rulings, SBC reports
Court decisions are cited as a key factor behind the agency's reclassification of event contracts.
SBC Americas · +2 outlets
Citizens reiterates Robinhood rating, citing prediction market growth
The analyst note ties Robinhood's outlook to its expanding event-contracts business.
Investing.com · +5 outlets
Finance firms build out infrastructure around event contracts as prediction markets gain ground
The trend reflects growing institutional interest in event-based trading products.
TOKENPOST · +14 outlets
HiBT named best global event contracts exchange at Global Onchain Awards Singapore 2026
The award highlights competition among exchanges offering event contracts.
CoinGape · +1 outlets