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CFTC Clears Path for Election Prediction Market Launch

5/8/2025

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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has made a groundbreaking move by dropping its appeal against Kalshi, paving the way for the prediction market to launch contracts on election outcomes. This pivotal decision follows a court ruling in favor of Kalshi, though worries about election integrity and state regulations continue to loom large.

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Story summary

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has made a groundbreaking move by dropping its appeal against Kalshi, paving the way for the prediction market to launch contracts on election outcomes. This pivotal decision follows a court ruling in favor of Kalshi, though worries about election integrity and state regulations continue to loom large.