Connecticut cracks down on unlicensed sports betting by Kalshi, Robinhood, Crypto.com

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Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection has issued cease-and-desist orders to Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com, classifying their sports event contracts as illegal online gambling despite claims of oversight by the CFTC. This regulatory action underscores the state's commitment to enforcing compliance in the online gambling sector.

Connecticut has issued cease and desist orders to Robinhood, Crypto.com, and Kalshi, asserting that their event contracts constitute unlicensed sports betting. This regulatory action reflects the state's commitment to enforcing laws against illegal online gambling activities.

Fanatics has launched Fanatics Markets, a new prediction market platform in partnership with Crypto.com, aimed at enhancing fan engagement by allowing users to trade on the outcomes of various events, including sports and politics. The platform is currently available in ten states and is expected to expand its offerings in the future.

Connecticut has issued cease-and-desist orders to Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com for engaging in illegal sports wagering activities. This enforcement action underscores the state's commitment to regulating online gambling and ensuring compliance among fintech platforms.

Connecticut has issued cease-and-desist orders to Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com, mandating them to halt unlicensed online gambling activities related to sports events contracts. This action underscores the state's regulatory stance on online gambling and its implications for these firms.

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Kalshi co-founders Luana Lopes Lara and Tarek Mansour have achieved billionaire status following a recent $1 billion funding round led by Paradigm, marking Lopes Lara as the youngest self-made female billionaire. This funding elevates Kalshi's valuation to $11 billion, positioning it as a significant player in the prediction market sector.