Malta explores a statutory framework for prediction markets
A dedicated framework could affect how prediction-market operators are regulated in Malta.
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Seth Moulton bars staff from trading on prediction markets
The prohibition sets an office-level restriction on staff trading event contracts using official information.
Arizona files criminal betting charges against Kalshi
Criminal charges highlight enforcement risks for prediction-market operators whose products may be treated as illegal betting.
Malta studies a regulatory framework for prediction markets
A dedicated framework could shape the requirements prediction-market operators face in Malta.
Strive Gaming supplies PAM platform to PlayStar in New Jersey and Canada
The agreement makes Strive PlayStar’s platform supplier in New Jersey and supports planned launches in other regulated markets.
Robinhood plans to expand prediction markets beyond sports
A broader product mix could reduce Robinhood’s reliance on sports contracts, which the report says attract regulatory scrutiny.
Budzinski and Smith propose barring Congress from some prediction markets
If enacted, the proposal would restrict congressional officials’ trading in contracts on political and policy outcomes.
Burgos council launches five-year plan addressing online gambling risks
The plan directs local prevention funding towards online betting and other risks, including those affecting young people.
Taiwan police arrest 20 suspects in alleged Macau casino-linked laundering case
The case raises compliance concerns for casino operators handling funds linked to alleged cross-border laundering.
CFTC forms task force on prediction markets and emerging technology
The initiative may shape future regulatory guidance for companies operating in prediction markets and related financial technology.
Taiwan authorities indict 10 over alleged casino-linked money laundering
The case concerns alleged laundering through Macau casinos and may inform compliance scrutiny of casino transactions.
Italy’s draft retail gambling reform proposes 100-metre distance for certified shops
The proposed distance rule and uniform framework could change where certified gambling shops may operate in Italy.
Schiff and Curtis introduce bill targeting sports and casino event contracts
The proposal could restrict sports and casino-like contracts on CFTC-registered platforms and clarify state authority.
Citizens analyst reports prediction market users had -8% median ROI
The reported loss and displacement estimates inform operators’ assessment of prediction markets and potential competition for customers.
Sportradar unveils Playradar for planned igaming content
The planned content could expand Sportradar’s offering to igaming operator partners.
Kalshi adds pre-trade screening and user reporting for insider trading
The controls change how Kalshi monitors and restricts participation in its US prediction markets.
Kalshi and Polymarket bar some insider trading as senators propose sports-contract ban
The proposed sports-contract ban could substantially affect both platforms, while their new rules restrict eligible traders.
Citizens says prediction markets are unlikely to rival sportsbooks long term
The assessment may inform investors’ views of prediction markets’ competitive position against sportsbooks.
US senators propose limits on prediction-market event contracts
The proposal could restrict CFTC-regulated entities’ event contracts and strengthen states’ authority over gambling.
US regulators challenge prediction-market platforms over licensing and gambling
The competing regulatory approaches create uncertainty for prediction-market operators over licensing and state gambling restrictions.
US senators propose barring sports and casino-style prediction contracts
The proposed restrictions could limit prediction-market operators’ US sports and casino-style offerings.
Brazil signals further restrictions on online betting platforms
Potential new restrictions could change compliance requirements for betting operators in Brazil.
Kentucky House advances bill to raise sports betting age to 21
The proposal could change eligibility, product permissions and licensing obligations for Kentucky gambling businesses.
Better Collective plans US prediction market content and integrations
The planned content and integrations give US audiences new prediction market resources and extend Better Collective’s offering.
MLB names Polymarket exclusive prediction market exchange partner
Information-sharing and integrity cooperation shape how prediction markets linked to baseball operate, while Polymarket gains exclusive MLB branding access.