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NYC Council Investigates Prediction Markets for Predatory Practices

The New York City Council has initiated an investigation into prediction markets, specifically targeting Kalshi, Polymarket, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan. This inquiry focuses on allegations of predatory marketing practices employed by these platforms. The council has begun by requesting detailed information from the involved entities. AI

IMPACT Regulatory scrutiny of prediction markets may impact their integration with AI-driven trading or forecasting tools.

RANK_REASON Regulatory action by a major city council against financial/prediction market entities. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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NYC Council Investigates Prediction Markets for Predatory Practices

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    New York City Council Opens Investigation Into Prediction Markets Over Predatory Marketing Practices The council sent letters requesting information from Kalshi

    New York City Council Opens Investigation Into Prediction Markets Over Predatory Marketing Practices The council sent letters requesting information from Kalshi, Polymarket, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan. https:// gizmodo.com/new-york-city-coun cil-opens-investigation-into-predictio…