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NBA joins pro sports leagues on CFTC prediction markets bandwagon while NFL balks

CoinDesk·October 26, 2026·1 min read
NBA joins pro sports leagues on CFTC prediction markets bandwagon while NFL balks

The NBA joined other pro sports leagues in signing a CFTC prediction market pact, while the NFL has declined to participate. The U.S. derivatives regulator has championed prediction market firms like Kalshi and has been gathering allied sports leagues to establish standards.

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