Wisconsin Takes on Prediction Market Operators, Alleging Unlicensed Gambling
The prediction market industry has long maintained that its products are legitimate financial instruments, rather than bets. However, Wisconsin has taken a different stance, filing a lawsuit against several major players, including Kalshi, Coinbase, Polymarket, Robinhood, and Crypto.com, alleging that they are operating as unlicensed gambling venues. According to Attorney General Josh Kaul, 'mere…
April 24, 2026, 4:47 a.m.