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Polymarket and Kalshi Launch Crypto Futures Amid Regulations

4/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Polymarket plans crypto perpetual futures with up to 10x leverage.
Kalshi revealed launch plans, and its CEO said the product will initially target cryptocurrencies.
The CFTC is expected to regulate these offerings, and both firms hold licenses.
Coinbase stock fell after New York Attorney General sued over its prediction markets, signaling industry push.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1974, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulates U.S. derivatives markets, including futures and swaps. Following the 2008 financial crisis, the CFTC expanded its authority through the Dodd-Frank Act to enhance market transparency. As digital asset trading grows, firms like Polymarket and Kalshi face legal challenges, underscoring the need for clear regulations in this evolving financial landscape.

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Story summary

Polymarket plans crypto perpetual futures with up to 10x leverage.
Kalshi revealed launch plans, and its CEO said the product will initially target cryptocurrencies.
The CFTC is expected to regulate these offerings, and both firms hold licenses.
Coinbase stock fell after New York Attorney General sued over its prediction markets, signaling industry push.

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