CFTC Staff Advisory Says Prediction Market 'Mention' Contracts Invite Manipulation
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CFTC seeks to define event contracts as swaps amid prediction market fight
The classification could assist the CFTC’s claim that it has exclusive federal jurisdiction over event contracts offered on regulated prediction markets.
CFTC sues Utah to block action against prediction markets
The US state filed a lawsuit against Kalshi last week, seeking to recover up to $60 million in profits related to event contracts on prediction markets.
CFTC Sends White House New Rules to Cement Its Grip on Prediction Markets
The two proposals would define event contracts as "swaps" while excluding "casino-style gambling products"—a bid to cement the agency's exclusive jurisdiction as states sue prediction-market operators over gambling claims.
Phantom launches Kalshi-powered prediction markets for US users
The crypto wallet’s new integration offers CFTC-regulated event contracts through Kalshi, as prediction markets face growing legal challenges in the US.
Blockchain.com pursues CFTC approval for prediction markets: CNBC
The crypto company has reportedly applied for two licenses with the US commodities regulatory as the courts weigh prediction markets cases.