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CFTC Proposes New Rules for Sports Prediction Markets
The CFTC's proposal could legitimize sports prediction markets while clarifying election contract regulations. Public comments open for 90 days.
Prediction Markets Need Balanced Insider Trading Rules, Study Says
New research suggests optimal enforcement of insider trading in prediction markets lies between extremes, as lawmakers and regulators target violations.
South Korea Investigates Polymarket Users for Illegal Gambling
South Korean police probe Polymarket users for alleged illegal gambling, marking the first enforcement action against decentralized prediction markets in the country.
Polymarket Resolves Bitcoin Sale Dispute to 'No,' $80M in Bets at Stake
Polymarket ruled against MicroStrategy Bitcoin sale claims, sparking criticism of UMA's token-weighted dispute system. $80M in bets impacted.
US Democrats Seek FTC Probe Into Prediction Markets
Nine House Democrats urge FTC to investigate prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket for alleged deceptive practices and regulatory evasion.
Bitcoin Sale by Strategy Triggers $80M Polymarket Dispute
Strategy's Bitcoin sale sparks controversy on Polymarket, affecting $80M in wagers. A final resolution is expected by June 2.
Wintermute Enters Prediction Markets for Liquidity Expansion
Wintermute, a top crypto market maker, expands into prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket to improve liquidity and execution depth.
Polymarket Says KYC Limited to Perps Beta, No Changes to Core Platform
Polymarket clarifies KYC applies only to beta product testing, not its main platform, amid regulatory scrutiny and global restrictions.
Polymarket Eyes KYC as Global Regulation Tightens on Prediction Platforms
Polymarket considers mandatory KYC amid bans in over 30 countries and insider trading scrutiny, signaling regulatory challenges for prediction markets.
Indonesia Blocks Polymarket, Citing Gambling Laws
Indonesia bans Polymarket after bets on President Prabowo’s exit, labeling it online gambling. The move reflects rising scrutiny of prediction markets.
CFTC and NHL Partner to Regulate Prediction Markets
The CFTC signs a memorandum with the NHL to oversee prediction markets, reinforcing its claim of exclusive jurisdiction amid regulatory conflicts.
Kalshi and Polymarket Data Go Live on Dune for Macro Signals
Kalshi and Polymarket data now unified on Dune, offering traders clean macro and equity signals with four years of historical data.
Polymarket Wallets Net $2.4M With 98% Accuracy, Bubblemaps Reports
A cluster of wallets on Polymarket reportedly earned $2.4M betting on military events with near-perfect timing, raising insider trading concerns.
CFTC Eases Reporting Rules for Prediction Markets Amid Jurisdiction Battle
The CFTC grants regulatory relief to prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, offering clarity on event contract reporting amid federal-state disputes.
Polymarket (POLY) Volume Drops 8.9% Amid Rising Competition
Polymarket's April trading volume fell 8.9% to $10.2B as rivals like Kalshi gain ground, raising questions about the platform's U.S. expansion and regulatory hurdles.