Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, launched its prediction markets platform across all 50 U.S. states following federal approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The platform allows users to trade yes/no event contracts on outcomes ranging from Bitcoin price thresholds to regulatory penalties, though sports-related contracts are excluded at launch.
What Happened: Exchange Receives Federal Approval
The CFTC granted Gemini Titan, Gemini's derivatives affiliate, a Designated Contract Market license, enabling the regulated launch of Gemini Predictions.
Users can trade event contracts with U.S. dollars through web and mobile platforms, with zero trading fees offered for a limited period at launch.
The platform integrates prediction markets alongside crypto trading, staking and tokenized stocks within Gemini's ecosystem. Contracts include speculation on whether Bitcoin will close above specific price levels or whether notable regulatory penalties will be imposed.
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Why It Matters: Intensifying Competition
The launch positions Gemini alongside competitors Crypto.com and Robinhood, which already operate prediction markets, while Coinbase plans to enter soon.
Sports entertainment companies Fanatics, DraftKings and FanDuel are launching platforms this month, with daily fantasy operators PrizePicks and Underdog offering contracts through partnerships.
Prediction markets fall under CFTC oversight rather than state gambling regulators, allowing operators to bypass traditional gaming licensing frameworks. A Citizens report projects the sector could surpass $10 billion in annual revenue as participation expands across financial, political, sports and cultural betting.
However, regulatory friction has emerged as state gaming regulators and Native American Tribe gaming groups question whether sports event contracts constitute illegal sports wagers.
Kalshi, Robinhood and Crypto.com face multiple lawsuits over whether states or the CFTC regulate these contracts.
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