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262 stories·Updated Aug 20, 2026
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Cantor Opens the Door to Institutional Prediction Market Trading
Investment bank expands access to event contracts as institutional interest in the sector continues to grow
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
NFL Names Fanatics as New Non-Exclusive Sportsbook and Casino Partner
The NFL has named Fanatics Betting and Gaming as a new non-exclusive sportsbook and casino partner, giving Fanatics Sportsbook and Fanatics Casino official status ahead of the 2026 season.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Novig Challenges Wisconsin in Federal Court Over Prediction Markets
Operator seeks to block potential enforcement as debate over state and federal authority continues
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Denmark Blocks Access to Polymarket in Gambling Crackdown
Court ruling orders internet providers to block the prediction market platform as regulators step up enforcement against unlicensed operators
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
PredictBay Takes Aim at One Minute Prediction Markets
New platform enters the market with ultra short trading windows as competition with established operators continues to grow
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Pennsylvania Looks to Create State Rules for Prediction Markets
New bill proposes a state level framework focused on consumer protection rather than banning prediction markets
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Alpaca Takes Step Towards Prediction Markets With FCM Registration
Brokerage infrastructure provider prepares to support event contracts through partners after securing key regulatory approval
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Connecticut Judge Rejects CFTC Bid in Latest Kalshi Ruling
Court says the regulator cannot override its decision as Kalshi's legal battle with the state continues
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Kalshi Takes Another Court Loss As Washington Orders Prediction Markets To Shut Down
Kalshi has suffered another court setback after a Washington judge ordered the prediction market to stop offering sports and other event contracts in the state.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale2 min read
FanDuel And GeoComply Renew Partnership In New Multiyear Deal
FanDuel and GeoComply have agreed to a new multiyear partnership covering geolocation, identity verification and fraud prevention services.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Fliff and Onyx Move Closer to Prediction Markets With FCM Applications
Both companies are seeking broader roles in the federally regulated event contract market as the industry continues to evolve
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Novig Raises Minimum Age to 21 for Prediction Market Users
Operator becomes the first CFTC regulated prediction market to introduce a nationwide 21+ age requirement
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Baltimore Takes Kalshi and Polymarket to Court Over Sports Contracts
City claims the prediction market operators are offering unlicensed sports wagering in the latest legal challenge facing the industry
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Washington Tells Kalshi to Block Access for State Users
Regulator tells prediction market operator to block access for Washington residents as legal pressure continues to build
Industry NewsCJ Zambale6 min read
Which States Could Legalize Sports Betting and iGaming Next?
Nebraska, Alabama and Georgia could be next for sports betting, while Virginia, D.C. and New York remain key iGaming markets to watch.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale5 min read
Novig’s New York Lawsuit Reveals How Prediction Markets Changed Their Regulatory Strategy
Novig is taking New York to federal court after relaunching as a sports-focused prediction market, highlighting the industry's growing fight over federal and state gambling authority.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale4 min read
CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Operating in New York as Prediction Market Fight Escalates
The CFTC has issued an emergency declaration allowing Kalshi to continue operating in New York despite state efforts to shut down its prediction markets.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Connecticut Judge Deals Kalshi Another Legal Setback
Court refuses to block state regulators, ruling the platform's sports event contracts should be treated as sports wagers
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Pikkit Teams Up With ProphetX to Bring Prediction Markets to Sports Fans
New partnership will give Pikkit users direct access to ProphetX's federally regulated sports prediction markets ahead of the NFL season
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Media Troopers Sets Its Sights on Prediction Markets
Digital marketing group is increasing its focus on the sector with a busy U.S. conference schedule planned for the rest of 2026
EsportsCJ Zambale3 min read
Oddin.gg Launches Its Own Casino Division, Oddin Casino
Oddin.gg is entering the online casino industry with Oddin Casino, a new division developing interactive digital live dealer technology for operators.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Kalshi Strengthens Trade Monitoring With Nasdaq Partnership
Multi year agreement adds Nasdaq's surveillance technology as the platform continues to enhance market oversight
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
CFTC Urges Prediction Markets to Move Away From Sportsbook Style Odds
Regulator says betting style displays could blur the line between prediction markets and traditional sportsbooks
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Polymarket Partners With New York Yankees as MLB Push Continues
Deal marks another major sports partnership as prediction markets strengthen their presence in professional baseball
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Novig Takes Legal Action Against New York and Massachusetts After Prediction Market Launch
Operator moves quickly to challenge state regulators as legal battle over prediction markets continues to widen
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Prediction Market Traders Get Their Own Voice With New Union
New organisation aims to represent traders as prediction markets continue to grow and face increasing regulatory scrutiny
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Kalshi Adds Public Company Markets to Challenge Traditional Options
New event contracts give traders another way to take positions on corporate performance without using conventional options
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Genius Sports Strengthens Prediction Market Presence With Kalshi and Polymarket Deals
New agreements will provide official sports data, integrity services and live content as prediction markets continue to grow
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Wisconsin Mobile Sports Betting Lawsuit Could Delay Regulated Esports Betting
Wisconsin's new mobile sports betting law is facing a constitutional challenge, with the outcome likely to affect regulated esports betting alongside traditional sports wagering.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Tribal Gaming Leaders Push Congress to Act Against Prediction Markets
Tribal gaming leaders called on Congress to address prediction markets during a Senate roundtable
Industry NewsCJ Zambale2 min read
How New York's Kalshi Lawsuit Could Affect Esports Betting
New York's legal battle against Kalshi goes beyond traditional sports, with the outcome potentially influencing how esports prediction markets operate across the United States.
RegulationCJ Zambale2 min read
Arizona Betting Concerns Highlight Growing Need to Protect Young Esports Players
Concerns surrounding youth sports betting are highlighting similar challenges in esports, where young competitors face online harassment and growing integrity risks.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Polymarket Eyes $20 Billion Valuation in New Funding Round
Prediction market operator is reportedly seeking fresh investment as investor interest in the sector continues to grow
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Kalshi Expands Short Term Trading With 15 Minute Gold and Silver Markets
New markets give traders more ways to react to precious metal price movements throughout the day
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Sportradar Sees Prediction Markets Becoming a Major Revenue Driver
Sports technology company says prediction markets are expected to generate tens of millions in revenue as demand continues to grow
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Polymarket Serves Up ATP Tour Partnership
New agreement brings live tennis streaming and official ATP data to prediction market users
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Playson Enters Alberta Through Betty Casino Partnership
Content supplier expands into Canada's newest regulated iGaming market as Alberta continues to attract major industry name
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Kalshi Leads Record Breaking World Cup for Prediction Markets
Trading volumes passed $50 billion during the tournament as the industry's biggest platforms enjoyed unprecedented growth
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi1 min read
Kinetic Markets Strengthens Trade Monitoring With Solidus Labs
New partnership aims to enhance market oversight as institutional interest in prediction markets continues to grow
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
ParlayX Says It Has Solved One of Prediction Markets' Biggest Challenges
Company unveils new infrastructure designed to make large-scale prediction market trading faster and more efficient
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Underdog Set for $1.3 Billion Acquisition by IG Group
IG Group is acquiring prediction market and daily fantasy sports operator Underdog for approximately $1.3 billion, marking another major investment in the rapidly growing prediction market industry.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Forkast Launches AI Trading Layer ATLAS as CEO Predicts Agent-Driven Future for Prediction Markets
Forkast has unveiled ATLAS, a new AI trading layer that allows autonomous agents to execute prediction market trades as CEO Chris Gonsalves outlines a vision for AI-driven retail trading.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Federal Judge Rejects CFTC Request in Wisconsin Prediction Market Case
Court allows Wisconsin's legal action against prediction market operators to continue while the wider case moves forward
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Delta and DraftKings Bring Sports Predictions to the Skies
New free-to-play game lets eligible passengers test their sports knowledge during Delta flights
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
New York Takes Kalshi to Court Over Prediction Markets
State alleges the platform is operating an unlicensed gambling business as the legal fight over prediction markets continues
EsportsCJ Zambale2 min read
Oddin.gg Accelerates North American Growth with Regulatory Wins in Kansas and Wyoming
Oddin.gg expands its North American footprint to 10 jurisdictions after securing regulatory betting approvals in Kansas and Wyoming.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
CFTC Fines George Santos $35,000 Over Kalshi Prediction Market Trading
George Santos has been fined approximately $35,000 and banned from CFTC-regulated markets for three years after the regulator concluded he manipulated a Kalshi prediction market tied to the 2026 State of the Union.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Sixth Circuit Hears Oral Arguments in Kalshi Sports Prediction Market Appeal
The Sixth Circuit has heard oral arguments in Kalshi's latest legal battle over sports prediction markets, with the case potentially setting the stage for a future U.S. Supreme Court review.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
Clear Street And Kalshi Deal Signals Prediction Markets Are Moving Toward Wall Street
INSTITUTIONAL FINANCE IS STARTING TO ENTER PREDICTION MARKETS
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