Prediction Markets

Iowa Turns Up the Heat on Prediction Markets With Costly New Proposal

Iowa lawmakers propose strict licensing and taxes for prediction markets, challenging federal oversight and raising costs for platforms and traders.

CFTC’s ‘Golden Age’ Pitch Signals a Reset for Crypto and Prediction Markets

New CFTC Chair Michael S. Selig signals a regulatory reset for prediction markets, emphasizing clarity, modernization and lighter-touch rules.

DAZN’s Prediction Market Bet Brings Wall Street Thinking to the Couch

DAZN partners with Polymarket to embed live prediction markets into broadcasts, letting fans track real-time game probabilities like traders.

NCAA Urges Federal Pause on College Sports Prediction Markets

The NCAA warns that college sports prediction markets pose integrity and athlete safety risks, calling for stronger federal safeguards.

Massachusetts Court Shuts Down Kalshi Sports Contracts Until Licensed

Massachusetts court bars Kalshi from offering sports contracts without a state license, citing consumer protection and fair competition.

Crypto.com’s Market-Making Hire Sparks Fresh Debate Over Prediction Markets

Crypto.com says internal market making improves liquidity, but critics warn it blurs the line between exchanges and sportsbooks.

FanDuel Predicts Goes Big as Sports Predictions Push Deeper Into the U.S.

FanDuel Predicts now operates in 18 states, including California and Texas, as sports prediction markets push beyond traditional betting.

Gaming Industry Pushes Back as Prediction Markets Face Congressional Scrutiny

Gaming groups are urging lawmakers to act against prediction markets, citing risks from sports events contracts that bypass state and tribal oversight.