Kalshi Removes Athlete Injury Prediction Markets at CFTC's Request
Kalshi has removed prediction markets for athlete injury durations from its app following a request from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), according to an insider. Since 2026, the platform has facilitated at least hundreds of thousands of dollars in wagers on player health, including bets on Luka Dončić, Anthony Edwards, and Malik Nabers. Critics warn that such markets commodify sensitive medical data, risk healthcare provider harassment, and are prone to manipulation. The action highlights ongoing regulatory scrutiny over event contracts tied to personal health information.
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