Court hands U.S. states a win in fight over who regulates prediction markets
Updated on: August 28, 2026 / 5:34 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- A federal appeals court ruled that Nevada can regulate Kalshi's prediction markets, which involve speculation on sporting events.
- The court stated that federal commodity law does not prevent states from regulating these markets, classifying the contracts as sports bets.
- This decision gives states an important victory in the ongoing battle for regulatory authority over prediction markets.
- A previous, conflicting decision by the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals had suggested federal control over such contracts.
- Kalshi plans to seek further review, while Nevada regulators view the ruling as vindication of their oversight.