Prediction Markets

Latest news, analysis and regulatory developments in prediction markets, including platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket. Coverage includes legal frameworks, compliance issues, and the evolving role of event-based trading within global financial and iGaming ecosystems.

Polymarket Tightens Insider Trading Rules In Policy Shift

Polymarket has introduced a new set of market integrity rules, a clear shift in its approach to insider trading. The updates are reflected in its Terms of Use and the Polymarket US Rulebook, expanding the scope of prohibited conduct while strengthening compliance systems. The move follows recent regulatory developments from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. […]

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Nevada Court Blocks Kalshi Markets for Now

Key Points A Nevada judge placed a 14-day restraining order blocking Kalshi from offering sports, election, and entertainment contracts without a license. Regulators say the platform allows unlicensed gambling, while Kalshi states its contracts act as regulated financial instruments. The case joins a wider legal conflict across states, with the final outcome possibly decided by […]

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Better Collective Pushes Entry Into Prediction Markets

Key Points Better Collective expands into prediction markets using content hubs, videos, and learning material across media brands. The sector grows fast, with trading volumes rising and forecasts pointing to $1 trillion by 2030. Despite scrutiny and debate, the company uses audience demand and partnerships to enter the market. Better Collective now increases its move […]

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Polymarket Seeks To Upgrade DeFi infrastructure With Brahma Acquisition

Polymarket has agreed to acquire Brahma, a DeFi company, in a move to upgrade its infrastructure. This deal was first reported by Fortune and later confirmed through the official channels of both companies.  Launched in 2021 by Akanshu Jain, Alessandro Tenconi, and Bapi Reddy K., Brahma focuses on decentralised finance infrastructure built around “custodial-free” systems. […]

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Arizona Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi Over Alleged Illegal Gambling and Election Betting

Key Points  Arizona filed 20 misdemeanour charges against Kalshi, making this the first criminal action any state has taken against the prediction market platform. Prosecutors claim Kalshi accepted bets without a licence on sports and elections, including major political races and outcomes in Arizona. The case shows a bigger fight happening across the country between […]

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Polymarket Opens ‘Situation Room’ Bar in Washington, D.C.

Key Points Polymarket plans to open “The Situation Room” bar in Washington, D.C. this week, with Friday marking the official launch date. Live feeds from X, flight tracking systems, financial data terminals and Polymarket markets will fill screens throughout the venue. This concept takes sportsbook bar ideas but shifts focus to global events, though long-term […]

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Argentina Applies Nationwide Ban on Polymarket

Key Points Argentina blocked Polymarket over illegal gambling and missing safeguards. Authorities restricted access and removed apps after inflation data concerns appeared. The move shows rising global focus on prediction market platforms. Argentina has placed a nationwide ban on the prediction market platform Polymarket after a court decision forced regulators to stop its operations over […]

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