Polymarket reportedly seeking CFTC approval to reopen main exchange to U.S. traders

Polymarket reportedly seeking CFTC approval to reopen main exchange to U.S. traders

Search/NewsVideoPricesResearchConsensus 2026Data & IndicesSponsoredSearch/enPolicyShareShare this articleCopy linkX iconX (Twitter)LinkedInFacebookEmailPolymarket reportedly seeking CFTC approval to reopen main exchange to U.S. tradersIf approved, the move would help Polymarket compete with Kalshi in the U.S., and bring more event-trading activity under CFTC regulatory oversight.By Francisco Rodrigues|Edited by Nikhilesh DeUpdated Apr 28, 2026, 4:43 p.m. Published Apr 28, 2026, 4:35 p.m. Make preferred on What to know: Polymarket is seeking CFTC approval to lift the ban on U.S. users from its main, overseas prediction market, a restriction stemming from a 2022 settlement.If approved, the move would help Polymarket compete with Kalshi in the U.S. and bring more event-trading activity under CFTC regulatory oversight.The CFTC must vote on the matter, a process simplified by four vacant seat

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