Prediction market conference blames Nevada regulators for venue move

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Predict 2026 has attributed its decision to shift a conference from Las Vegas to New York to pressure from the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The regulator has firmly denied any such intervention. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between prediction markets and state gaming authorities.

Predict 2026 organizers said regulatory pressure from the Nevada Gaming Control Board prompted them to relocate the event away from Las Vegas. They cited concerns over hosting at the ARIA Resort & Casino. The move came amid broader legal challenges facing prediction market platforms in the state.

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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announces unanimous approval of expansion bids for Seattle and Las Vegas franchises in a boardroom setting with city skylines on screen.
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NBA board unanimously approves expansion bids process for Seattle and Las Vegas

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Following anticipation at the March board meetings, the NBA board of governors unanimously approved on March 25 a measure to begin accepting bids for new franchises in Seattle and Las Vegas, with expansion fees projected at $7-10 billion. Commissioner Adam Silver highlighted the markets' strong basketball support, targeting a 2028-29 debut.

Hong Kong suspends basketball betting plan urging tech trend checks

Hong Kong's government has suspended its plan to launch legal basketball betting, citing the rise of prediction markets. Home and Youth Affairs Minister Alice Mak Mei-kuen said the decision considers local circumstances and evolving external conditions to protect public interest. Former lawmaker Doreen Kong Yuk-foon called for predicting technological influences in future policy papers.

A16z supports CFTC against state prediction market bans

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Venture capital firm a16z has filed an 18-page letter backing the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in its disputes with states over prediction markets. The firm argues that federal law preempts state regulations on platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket. It claims state crackdowns undermine the CFTC's mandate for impartial market access.

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FIFA fan fest for New York/New Jersey cancelled ahead of 2026 World Cup

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New Jersey cancels World Cup fan fest at Liberty State Park

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NBA owners to vote on expansion process for Las Vegas and Seattle

FIFA rejects Iran's request to relocate 2026 World Cup matches to Mexico

FIFA has rejected Iran's request to move its 2026 World Cup group stage matches from the United States to Mexico amid ongoing visa and security concerns stemming from US-Iran tensions. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum indicated willingness to host, but FIFA insists on the original schedule. A potential matchup against the US in the round of 32 adds to the stakes.

Gemini secures CFTC derivatives license for prediction markets

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Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, received U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission approval for a derivatives clearinghouse license. The approval enables the company to expand into regulated derivatives and prediction markets. Gemini shares rose about 7% following the announcement.

May 09, 2026 18:35

Executives call for federal rules on sports betting as financial product

May 04, 2026 14:46

SEC delays review of prediction market ETFs

May 02, 2026 22:13

Prediction markets evolve into $240 billion industry driven by retail traders

April 30, 2026 11:46

Senate votes to ban prediction markets for senators and staff

April 28, 2026 07:54

Millions wagered on US measles outbreaks in prediction markets

March 19, 2026 08:27

LeBron James' Las Vegas NBA team bid faces setback as partner pulls interest

March 01, 2026 23:49

2026 World Cup updates: Cartel truce speculation, team concerns, and US venue preparations amid Mexican unrest

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