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Prediction Markets Gain 27% Share of U.S. Sports Betting in World Cup
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Prediction Markets Gain 27% Share of U.S. Sports Betting in World Cup

Prediction market trading surged during the World Cup, increasing competitive pressure on traditional U.S. sportsbooks as platforms such as Kalshi rapidly expanded their market share.

Prediction market trading surged during the World Cup, increasing competitive pressure on traditional U.S. sportsbooks as platforms such as Kalshi rapidly expanded their market share.

Prediction markets accounted for around 27% of U.S. legal sports betting volume tied to the World Cup, according to a report from Bloomberg. Kalshi repeatedly set trading records during the tournament, more than doubling...

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