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States can regulate prediction markets as gambling, federal appeals court rules

A federal appeals court has ruled that states can regulate prediction markets as gambling, affecting Kalshi and other platforms.

By · Published August 28, 2026  20:29 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026  01:31 UTC

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A federal appeals court ruled that states may regulate prediction markets as gambling, with Nevada specifically authorized to regulate Kalshi and the 9th Circuit siding with states, potentially reviving Arizona’s prosecution. The decision was described as a major blow to Kalshi and set up a likely fight at the Supreme Court.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 13 distinct news outlets with 13 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 12.
  • Primary Driver: A federal appeals court has ruled that states can regulate prediction markets as gambling, affecting Kalshi and other platforms.
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The ruling directly impacts Kalshi, a prediction market platform. The New Republic and Better Markets noted that the decision was made by three Trump-appointed judges.

The ruling sets up a potential legal battle at the Supreme Court, according to CNBC. The court's decision means that Kalshi cannot block Nevada's oversight of sports prediction markets, as stated by Reuters.

The current state is that Kalshi faces increased regulatory scrutiny and potential legal challenges.

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What was the ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals?

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that states can regulate prediction markets as gambling.

Which platform is directly affected by this ruling?

Kalshi is directly affected by this ruling.

What is the next potential legal step?

The ruling sets up a potential legal battle at the Supreme Court.

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