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Gary Bettman

Gary Bettman defends NHL jumping into bed with predictions market

Bettman said the NHL can "take down any contracts that we think are inappropriate," though it hasn't done so yet.

By Sean Keeley OnMar 6, 2026 0
Kalshi X logos

Kalshi takes down badges and sponsored accounts on X after blowback

The policy bans any promotion of gambling, indicating that X treats Kalshi like sportsbooks even as it lobbies against such a designation.

By Brendon Kleen OnFeb 23, 2026 0
Men's Women's NCAA Tournament

NCAA requests Kalshi remove ‘March Madness’ trademark from platform

"This continues to be a misrepresentation of any NCAA involvement, and we have requested immediate removal of NCAA trademarks."

By Sean Keeley OnFeb 23, 2026 0
Joon Lee

Independent journalist Joon Lee explains why he refuses to partner with prediction markets

"I’m building a sustainable media business, but not one where revenue depends on fans losing money or betting against insiders."

By Sean Keeley OnFeb 18, 2026 0
Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the 2025 MLB World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Rob Manfred: MLB considering partnering with prediction markets

MLB had previously warned players against participating in such markets.

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 13, 2026 0
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo

Sports world shocked by Giannis Antetokounmpo Kalshi investment

Giannis Antetokounmpo announced an investment in Kalshi, leading to near unanimous condemnation about potential conflicts of interest.

By Matt Yoder OnFeb 7, 2026 0
Kalshi NFL announcer mention market

Kalshi traders staked more than $47 million on NFL announcer mention markets this season

The Super Bowl alone could generate eight-figure markets.

By Brendon Kleen OnFeb 2, 2026 0
The NFL shield logo at midfield

NFL says no to prediction market commercials during Super Bowl

Sports betting companies like FanDuel and DraftKings will still air ads.

By Drew Lerner OnJan 29, 2026 0
Bryson DeChambeau and Kalshi

Bryson DeChambeau becomes Kalshi’s first athlete partner

DeChambeau's deal includes a TV commercial and social media posts as the prediction market continues its push toward mainstream legitimacy while battling more than a dozen lawsuits.

By Sam Neumann OnJan 14, 2026 0
Nov 30, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Former Texas A&M and Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel looks on prior to the game against the Texas Longhorns. The Longhorns defeated the Aggies 17-7 at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Johnny Manziel uses ‘College GameDay’ drama to promo Kalshi predictions market

"The market currently gives me a 34% chance of being back on set next season. If you think that number’s low, take the other side."

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 1, 2026 0
Kalshi antisemetic

Kalshi cuts ties with several X affiliates over antisemitic content

Fake newsbreakers, antisemitic accounts... Kalshi keeps some strange company on X.

By Sean Keeley OnDec 26, 2025 0
Charlie Baker NCAA Kalshi

NCAA president Charlie Baker slams prediction markets

"The NCAA vehemently opposes college sports prediction markets."

By Matt Yoder OnDec 18, 2025 0
Kalshi

Kalshi backing down from transfer portal betting after severe backlash

"Real catastrophic stuff if it's allowed to proceed"

By Matt Yoder OnDec 17, 2025 0
NFL Kalshi Polymarket

NFL ‘particularly troubled’ over rise of prediction markets

The NFL has submitted written testimony to Congress expressing serious concerns over the rise of prediction markets.

By Matt Yoder OnDec 13, 2025 0
Fake insiders

Kalshi, Polymarket partnering with fake sports insiders to promote prediction betting

X reclassified Hughes's account as parody, and his Kalshi partnership icon disappeared on Monday.

By Sean Keeley OnDec 8, 2025 0
Kalshi

Kalshi facing class action lawsuit alleging ‘unlicensed sports betting’

"By operating unlicensed sports betting, Kalshi has violated gambling laws, engaged in illegal deceptive activity, and unjustly enriched itself at the expense of tens of thousands of consumers."

By Sean Keeley OnNov 27, 2025 0

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