Massachusetts High Court Hears Kalshi Challenge Over Gambling Classification

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The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments regarding whether Kalshi's prediction markets constitute illegal gambling under state law. While the state argues these platforms lack necessary consumer protections similar to licensed betting, Kalshi contends its "swap" contracts fall under federal commodity futures regulations. The case follows a preliminary injunction against Kalshi and could influence future rulings on federal versus state jurisdiction over prediction markets.