US states target prediction markets, setting up costly regulatory battle

Prediction market platforms such as Kalshi face a patchwork of state-level regulations across the US, creating mounting legal tensions. States are increasingly asserting their own rules, potentially triggering expensive court battles over who has regulatory authority. Analysts argue that a coherent regulatory framework is needed for the sector to thrive.

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