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New York moves to block Polymarket from the state, alleging it’s running an illegal gambling operation

The Block·September 24, 2026·1 min read
New York moves to block Polymarket from the state, alleging it’s running an illegal gambling operation

New York has sued Polymarket, accusing the prediction market platform of operating an illegal gambling operation. The state is asking a court to block Polymarket from operating within its borders. The lawsuit marks the latest regulatory action against prediction markets, which have faced increasing scrutiny from state authorities over their compliance with gambling laws.

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