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UK financial regulator reportedly exploring easing of prediction market ban
The UK Financial Conduct Authority held discussions with trading platforms about relaxing its ban on financial prediction markets, according to reports, as UK users increasingly access platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi. The regulator's formal public position continues to support the ban.
Why it matters for the crypto market
Signals potential regulatory openness to prediction market infrastructure in the UK, though no formal policy change has been announced or confirmed.
Source: CoinDesk
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