Prediction markets boom on Iran bets as Congress eyes ban

In recent developments, iran-linked contracts drove prediction market activity higher as the CFTC opened rulemaking and Democrats moved to ban war and death bets. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

‘Integrity Infrastructure’ Key to Prediction Market Survival, Says Pred CEO

In recent developments, prediction markets gained attention for their accuracy in forecasting events but now face scrutiny over allegations of insider trading and ethical concerns. Industry leaders like Amit Mahensaria…

Prediction Markets Hit All-Time Weekly High of Over $2.7 Million in Fees

In recent developments, prediction markets posted a record-breaking week, generating more than $2.7 million in fees. Opinion and Polymarket led activity as volumes and open interest climbed across major platforms.…

Weekly Prediction Market Volume Skyrockets as Several Competitors Square Off

In recent developments, in the final week of 2025, weekly prediction market notional volume cleared $5.3 billion, and the opening week of 2026 pulled the same trick—once again topping $5…

US college athlete body urges CFTC pause college sports prediction markets

In recent developments, the NCAA wants the CFTC to tighten rules on college sport prediction markets, including age and advertising restrictions and anti-harassment measures. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Prediction market volume hits record $702M despite recent scrutiny

In recent developments, prediction market Kalshi dominated trading volumes on Monday, accounting for two-thirds of the $701.7 million tally. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts who are…

New York Lawmakers Target Prediction Markets as NHL’s Rangers Ink Polymarket …

In recent developments, a New York assemblyman reintroduced a bill that would restrict prediction markets, barring bets on individual sports matches, war, and more. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Should Politicians Be Able to Use Prediction Markets? House Bill Proposes Ban

In recent developments, rep. Ritchie Torres introduced legislation to ban government officials from prediction markets, citing insider information concerns. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity flows,…

Prediction Market Data Shows Waning Confidence in January Bitcoin Breakout

In recent developments, bitcoin dipped to an intraday low of $89,343 on Thursday, Jan. 8, before stabilizing just above $90,000 by 11:25 a.m. EST, as prediction markets collectively pared back…

Polymarket, Dow Jones deal puts prediction markets data in Wall Street Journal

In recent developments, the companies are partnering to make prediction markets available with “dedicated data modules” on Dow Jones-owned websites and some of its print media. Looking closer, market participants…