Kalshi blocks minors from prediction markets, following suit with senators

Published May 4, 2026 1:04pm ET | Updated May 4, 2026 1:05pm ET



Prediction market platform Kalshi is rolling out new safeguards to prevent minors from trading as political and regulatory pressure on the fast-growing industry intensifies.

Prediction markets such as Kalshi and rival platform Polymarket allow users to wager on outcomes ranging from elections to sports and weather, drawing criticism from lawmakers who argue the products closely resemble gambling.

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