Matchbook plans to launch a prediction market platform in Britain in January, using its existing Gambling Commission licence, the operator said. It intends to test the technology before considering expansion to the US; outcomes will be presented as percentage probabilities rather than fractional odds.
The planned launch will test a prediction-market format under Matchbook’s existing UK gambling licence.
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ADI Predictstreet said it has secured approval to expand its prediction market platform beyond football. After the FIFA World Cup 2026, the company plans to introduce markets covering other sports, entertainment, culture, weather and selected political events. The company also cited partnerships with Kalshi, Fanatics Markets, Matchbook and DAZN to support its platform’s reach and liquidity.
Gibraltar authorities approved ADI Predictstreet’s initial regulatory framework, the company said, allowing it to proceed with a phased expansion beyond football. The planned markets include other sports, entertainment, culture, weather and selected political events; Germany’s GGL has separately opened an investigation into the platform’s advertising and whether it provides illegal gambling there.
Matchbook chief executive Ronan McDonagh discussed the company’s acquisition of Betdaq’s brand in an interview published on 20 October 2026. The report says Matchbook bought the brand but not Betdaq’s customers; McDonagh also discussed the implications for on-course bookmakers and the UK betting exchange market.
Matchbook acquired rival betting exchange Betdaq. Enda Kendrick said on-course bookmakers were the deal’s main motivation and Matchbook’s market makers would benefit most.
Matchbook said it has completed its acquisition of Betdaq. Betdaq will continue operating temporarily through EPS Ltd, with trading available until 21 October 2026 and customer withdrawals open until 4 November; the announcement said user funds would remain protected during the transition.