NBA seeks access to prediction market data to police manipulation
- —Silver told CNBC on October 9 the league is seeking access to prediction market data
- —The NBA wants limits on player-prop and injury markets and a minimum trading age of 21
- —The league has been in talks with the CFTC since early 2026 and with Kalshi and Polymarket
- —The NFL filed an amicus brief on October 8 arguing states should regulate sports event contracts
Why it matters: The CFTC-versus-states fight will determine which sports contracts remain available to traders and on which platforms.
Source: Crypto Briefing
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