Prediction Markets and Gaming Industry Increase Lobbying Spending Ahead of Congressional Scrutiny
Kalshi, the largest U.S. prediction market platform, spent $990,000 directly on lobbying in H1 2026 — a significant increase compared to its full-year spending in 2025. The American Gaming Association and other casino industry groups are also ramping up their own lobbying efforts as regulatory scrutiny of prediction markets grows.
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