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In-Crypto has 19 stories on Polymarket, from August 13, 2026 to October 1, 2026. Most of them run in Regulation and Market & Analysis. Often covered alongside prediction markets, crypto regulation, Kalshi.
CFTC Proposes Classifying Event Contracts as SwapsThe CFTC has submitted a proposal to OIRA to classify event contracts as swaps and a separate rule excluding casino-style products. Both are under revNew York Files Lawsuit Against Polymarket Over 'Illegal Gambling'New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against Polymarket, alleging illegal sports contracts. The state may seek to block access Bernstein: By 2035, Prediction Markets to Reach $10T, 49% Financial ContractsBernstein forecasts $10T in annual prediction market volume by 2035, with 49% in financial contracts and 38% in sports. Volume in 2026 is estimated atScammers Tried to Steal $10M from Polymarket Using Stolen Debit CardsHackers used stolen debit cards to deposit funds, trade, and attempt withdrawals on Polymarket. Checkout.com flagged and blocked over 80% of deposits.CLARITY Act Fails in US Senate: Crypto Market Saw It ComingThe CLARITY Act failed in the Senate on September 15 (49–50). Polymarket odds dropped from 39% to 18% since July, while Bitcoin rallied from $58K to $South Korean Police Charge 26 Polymarket Users With Illegal GamblingGangwon police have charged 26 Polymarket users in South Korea with illegal gambling. Prosecutors now hold 18 cases; bets totaled ₩17.6B, with one whaPolymarket Bets Only 7% Odds on CLARITY Act Passing by 2026Polymarket traders put just a 7% chance on the CLARITY Act passing by 2026 after its recent Senate flop. Market watchers eye next moves and legislativPolymarket Odds for CLARITY Act Passing in 2026 Drop to 18%On Polymarket, the odds of the CLARITY Act becoming law in 2026 have fallen to 18% amid partisan gridlock. What does this mean for crypto regulation?ESMA Questions Legality of Polymarket and Kalshi Prediction Markets in EUESMA flags Polymarket and Kalshi for operating without required EU licenses and questions their selective geo-restrictions for event contracts.LeBron James Announces Partnership With Polymarket, Eyes Football CampaignLeBron James teams up with Polymarket for a major campaign focused on American football. Deal terms are under wraps, more details coming soon.Polymarket Rolls Out 20x Leverage Perpetual Futures for Crypto, Stocks & CommoditiesPolymarket launches perpetual futures with up to 20x leverage, letting users trade crypto, stocks, and commodities with deep liquidity and low fees.Kalshi and Polymarket Trading Volumes Drop for First Time in a YearAugust saw combined trading volumes on Kalshi, Polymarket, and Polymarket US fall 14.5% to $45.33B—the first decline since August 2025.Trump Jr.'s 1789 Capital to Invest Up to $300M in Polymarket1789 Capital, with Donald Trump Jr. as a partner, is set to invest up to $300 million in Polymarket as part of a fresh funding round. Key deal detailsPolymarket Eyes $1B Raise at $21B Valuation, Led by 1789 CapitalPolymarket is looking to raise $1 billion at a $21 billion valuation in a new funding round led by 1789 Capital, which may commit up to $300 million.CFTC Faces Off With U.S. Soldier Over Polymarket Betting CaseThe CFTC and a U.S. military member clash over bets placed on Polymarket. Civil case paused, but the regulator pushes to get involved in the criminal South Korea Regulator Blocks Access to Polymarket Prediction PlatformSouth Korea's regulator has restricted access to Polymarket for local users. Learn what drove the move and what it means for crypto prediction marketsJPMorgan Cuts Ties With Polymarket: What It Means for CryptoJPMorgan has ended its banking relationship with Polymarket. Get the details on why the split happened and what it could mean for the crypto market.JPMorgan Cuts Banking Ties With Polymarket: What We Know So FarJPMorgan has stopped providing banking services to Polymarket. Why did the bank make this move and what could it mean for the platform? Details insideNew York Investigates Kalshi and Polymarket for Aggressive MarketingNew York regulators are probing Kalshi and Polymarket over alleged predatory marketing tactics. Get the latest details on the investigation and its im