Updated: February 6, 2026 Prediction markets are no longer just places to bet on elections or awards shows. They are rapidly evolving into financial instruments that hedge funds, regulators, and Wall Street are beginning to take seriously. Why it matters: As money flows into event-based trading, regulators are being forced to decide whether prediction markets […]
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Are Prediction Markets Legal in the US? Kalshi’s Push for Margin Trading Explained
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Prediction markets are legal in the United States when they operate under federal oversight from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission rather than being treated as gambling. Platforms such as Kalshi are regulated as derivatives exchanges, allowing users to trade event-based contracts under strict rules. Why it matters: As prediction markets grow and attract institutional interest, […]