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FanDuel Expands Prediction Markets to 16 States Amid Controversy

4/19/2026

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FanDuel launched FanDuel Predicts, expanding prediction markets to 16 states amid betting restrictions.
Prediction markets allow bets on various outcomes, including economic indicators, and are federally regulated.
They face scrutiny over insider trading and ethical concerns, notably bets on elections and conflicts.
FanDuel emphasizes its focus on sports and plans to avoid controversial bets.
FanDuel filed to create a futures commission merchant to offer prediction market contracts outside CME Group.

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FanDuel launched FanDuel Predicts, expanding prediction markets to 16 states amid betting restrictions.
Prediction markets allow bets on various outcomes, including economic indicators, and are federally regulated.
They face scrutiny over insider trading and ethical concerns, notably bets on elections and conflicts.
FanDuel emphasizes its focus on sports and plans to avoid controversial bets.
FanDuel filed to create a futures commission merchant to offer prediction market contracts outside CME Group.