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BetMGM executive calls for enforcement against prediction-market platforms

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BetMGM responsible gambling director Richard Taylor urged industry stakeholders at SBC Summit Canada to pursue enforcement against prediction-market platforms, saying regulated gambling operators do not compete under equal rules. He contrasted state-regulated betting operators with platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi, which the source says are regulated federally by the CFTC; other speakers also raised concerns about young people’s exposure to such platforms.

BetMGM’s position adds to industry debate over how prediction markets should be regulated alongside state-licensed betting.

End-of-day close DraftKings (DKNG), USD, to 10 July 2026
Story date13 April 202610 July 2026

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