DraftKings is considering a prediction-markets offering, CEO Jason Robins told shareholders and analysts in August 2025. The company has not confirmed a launch before year-end and said it is taking a measured approach while monitoring regulatory developments.
Operators and investors have no confirmed launch timing or product plan from DraftKings.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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Betsson is following prediction markets with interest but does not expect the US event-contract model to work in its main markets, CEO Pontus Lindwall said on the company's Q2 2026 investor call. He said that in most markets where Betsson is strong, prediction markets would fall under gaming regulation and differ little from normal sports betting.
Hyperliquid’s HIP-4 prediction market processed $317m in transactions following its 2 May 2026 launch, citing ChainCatcher analysis. The analysis put September volume at about $51m and daily volume in early October at roughly $1.25m, below Kalshi and Polymarket.
Prediction markets have launched commercials as NFL betting advertising returns. The NFL season opened on Wednesday night.
Delta and DraftKings have launched SkyPicks, a free sports prediction game for passengers aged 21 and over on Delta flights, the companies said. The game has no bets, deposits, entry costs or financial risk, and awards Delta gift cards. It is available through Delta Sync Wi-Fi, starting with Major League Baseball matches; NFL contests are planned for the season.
ProphetX and Players' Lounge have partnered to offer sports prediction markets through the Players' Lounge platform. The companies said eligible users in supported US jurisdictions can trade contracts on sports events after Know Your Customer verification, using ProphetX's CFTC-regulated exchange infrastructure.