ESMA says major prediction platforms lack EU authorization, questions Polymarket and Kalshi’s partial geo-blocks

What happened

ESMA says major prediction platforms lack EU authorization, while questioning Polymarket and Kalshi's geographic restrictions.

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The decision may change compliance obligations, market access or operating costs for ESMA.

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1 reports · 1 original report · 1 independent

1. The BlockPrimary source · Supports · EN · 100%
   ESMA says major prediction platforms lack EU authorization, questions Polymarket and Kalshi’s partial geo-blocks ↗Sep 11, 2026, 6:10 AM

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• ESMA says major prediction platforms lack EU authorization, questions Polymarket and Kalshi’s partial geo-blocks Observed

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Timeline

1. September 11, 2026 at 6:10 AMFirst reported

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