Washington Judge Blocks Kalshi Sports Prediction Markets as Illegal Gambling
A Washington state court grants preliminary injunction against Kalshi, deeming its sports prediction markets illegal gambling.
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A Washington state court grants preliminary injunction against Kalshi, deeming its sports prediction markets illegal gambling.

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