{"id":586988,"date":"2024-10-14T07:32:46","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T07:32:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/?p=586988"},"modified":"2024-10-14T07:32:46","modified_gmt":"2024-10-14T07:32:46","slug":"kalshi-expands-political-betting-options-after-winning-legal-battle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/news\/kalshi-expands-political-betting-options-after-winning-legal-battle","title":{"rendered":"Kalshi Expands Political Betting Options After Winning Legal Battle"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kalshi, a platform allowing users to bet on political events<\/a>, has recently introduced over 25 new contracts covering a variety of U.S. political outcomes. These new options allow bettors to wager on several political scenarios, such as the presidential race, Senate elections, and the Electoral College. This update was reported by CNBC, highlighting the platform’s growing focus on political betting.<\/p>\n

Court Ruling Opens Doors for New Betting Contracts<\/h3>\n

Kalshi’s recent expansion came shortly after a significant legal victory. On October 2, a federal appeals court lifted a ban that had previously prevented Kalshi from offering bets on congressional races. As a result, the company responded by adding new contracts, specifically targeting the presidential and Senate races. By October 9, Kalshi users had already wagered over $3 million on the platform, with the majority of bets centered around whether Vice President Kamala Harris or former President Donald Trump would secure the presidency.<\/p>\n

Tarek Mansour on the Demand for Political Betting<\/h3>\n

Tarek Mansour, CEO of Kalshi<\/a>, emphasized the growing demand for political betting contracts, stating that the company always intended to introduce such options. However, legal challenges, particularly from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), delayed the release of these betting options. Mansour explained that these contracts provide users with a financial tool to manage the monetary risks associated with political events. He compared the contracts offered by Kalshi to financial instruments used by investment banks, which aim to hedge against economic impacts stemming from political outcomes.<\/p>\n

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— Tarek Mansour (@mansourtarek_) October 9, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n