Monday, June 15, 2026

CFTC

The gavel in the Brockton City Council Chambers, which will be used by new City Council President John F. Lally, as seen on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.

Trump Admin Sues 3 States to Block Prediction-Market Regulations

The CFTC filed lawsuits against Illinois, Arizona, and Connecticut.
April 2, 2026
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner (88) makes a catch against New England Patriots safety Craig Woodson (31) and cornerback Marcus Jones (25) during the first quarter in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Trump CFTC Moves to Assert Control Over Prediction Markets

The stage is set for an eventual Supreme Court battle over sports event contracts.
February 17, 2026
The BetMGM Sportsbook opened for business during the season opener between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Arizona Cardinals on the Great Lawn outside of State Farm Stadium.

18th-Century Law Fuels Legal Blitz on Sports Prediction Markets

Five new lawsuits accuse Kalshi, others of offering illegal sports betting.
June 17, 2025
May 1, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; A general overall view as Dallas Mavericks and LA Clippers players run across the Clippers logo at midcourt in the first half during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena.

Kalshi’s Wins Fuel Crypto.com’s Fight Over Sports Markets

Crypto.com cited a recent Kalshi court victory in its own fight against Nevada.
June 6, 2025