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Gibraltar brings prediction market rules into force under Gambling Act

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Gibraltar brought its Prediction Market Regulations 2026 into force on 13 July, exempting prediction market operators from certain provisions of the Gambling Act 2025. The rules establish a distinct category for prediction market activity and place supervision with the Gambling Division; they also permit authorised operators to use digital asset payments, including stablecoins.

The framework sets supervision and payment conditions for prediction market operators in Gibraltar.

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Gibraltar enacts prediction market regulations

Gibraltar brought the Prediction Market Regulations 2026 into force as part of the Gambling Act 2025, establishing rules for prediction market operators and contracts. The regulations allow the gambling regulator to restrict contract categories and require licensed operators to address market manipulation, conflicts of interest, disclosure and anti-money laundering controls. The government said the first licence under the regime is expected shortly.

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