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Kalshi loses again as Sixth Circuit rejects argument that 'swaps' aren't sports bets
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Fusion42 · 29 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled against Kalshi, affirming that its sports-event contracts are subject to state gaming laws and not exempt under federal commodities laws as 'swaps'. This decision reinforces states' authority to regulate sports betting and protect consumers from unlicensed operators.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 2 sources have reported it between 27 Sep 2026 and 29 Sep 2026.
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You must plan for tighter state rules on sports betting platforms as federal law won’t shield you from local gaming regulations. Expect enforcement actions if you ignore licences in key states like Nevada and Ohio.
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2 sources · first reported 27 Sep 2026 · latest 29 Sep 2026
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