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Kalshi ordered to stop most operations in WA

A judge has ordered Kalshi to halt most of its operations in Washington state by September 2.

By · Published August 13, 2026  22:27 UTC · Updated August 17, 2026  00:28 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 16 distinct news outlets with 16 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 16.
  • Primary Driver: A judge has ordered Kalshi to halt most of its operations in Washington state by September 2.
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Kalshi must stop offering sports and election prediction markets in Washington state by September 2. The order comes after a judge ruled that the company's operations constitute illegal gambling.

Kalshi's future in Washington is uncertain, but the company has not yet announced whether it will appeal the decision.

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What is Kalshi?

Kalshi is a company that offers prediction markets for sports and elections.

What did the judge order Kalshi to do?

The judge ordered Kalshi to stop offering most wagers in Washington state by September 2.

What is the basis for the judge's order?

The judge ruled that Kalshi's operations constitute illegal gambling.

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