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Kalshi Launches Ad Campaign Amid Regulatory Scrutiny in D.C.

4/17/2026

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Kalshi, Inc., a leading prediction market platform, launched an advertising campaign in Washington, District of Columbia amid scrutiny.
The campaign emphasizes Kalshi's compliance with U.S. law.
Polymarket has faced backlash for bets on wars.
Lawmakers, including Sen. Jeff Merkley, are pushing for stricter regulations due to insider trading concerns.
Eight bills have been introduced as Congress weighs the issue.

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Story summary

Kalshi, Inc., a leading prediction market platform, launched an advertising campaign in Washington, District of Columbia amid scrutiny.
The campaign emphasizes Kalshi's compliance with U.S. law.
Polymarket has faced backlash for bets on wars.
Lawmakers, including Sen. Jeff Merkley, are pushing for stricter regulations due to insider trading concerns.
Eight bills have been introduced as Congress weighs the issue.