Goldman Sachs is examining how it could enter prediction markets, chief executive David Solomon told analysts. He said he had met leaders of two platforms and sees potential overlap with the bank’s business, but cautioned that any move may take time.
A possible Goldman Sachs entry could bring a major financial institution into a market spanning financial and gambling rules.
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Genius Sports chief executive Mark Locke said the company could consider serving prediction-market operators if regulatory and other requirements are met. He cited possible demand for official league data, marks, logos and integrity services, while saying the company would work with regulators, league partners and existing customers on any next steps.
A B. Riley analyst said Genius Sports could benefit as prediction markets expand, including through data agreements with sportsbook operators entering event contracts. Josh Nichols reiterated a buy rating and a $14 price target; he also cited potential demand linked to sports contracts in California and Texas.
The NFL wants stronger regulation of potential prediction market partners, citing CNBC. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has said the league will take its time over such partnerships.
Polymarket sued New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and leaders of the New Mexico Gaming Control Board in federal court on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. The company said the state’s June lawsuit against Kalshi created an immediate threat to its business and asked a judge to block enforcement of state gambling laws against it.
Meta reportedly held talks with Kalshi chief executive Tarek Mansour last year about a possible acquisition, but the discussions ended without a deal. People familiar with the talks gave conflicting accounts of why they broke down, and Meta and Kalshi declined to comment on the reports. Meta is reportedly developing a prediction-market app, while the reports say its potential use of real-money trading remains unresolved.