sports event

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The Feds disagree, arguing that sports event contracts sold on prediction markets are just that—futures contracts, not sports bets.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“We do believe sports event contracts are a sports-betting product, and therefore they should be taxed as such,” AGA spokesperson Dara Cohen told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

That’s likely why many states, including Nevada and Massachusetts, have pursued legal action against prediction markets, saying they need gambling licenses for their sports event contracts.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

A Barron’s article reported that these conflicts were exacerbated under the regime of Selig’s predecessor, Acting Chair Caroline Pham, by the CFTC’s refusal to issue rules on sports event contracts, or to intervene in lawsuits.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

He is equally gifted in portraying the serious or humorous side of any big news or sports event.

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