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Money & Corp · Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Sep 25, 2026 · 26-5235 · Appeal

A sports contract provider and state regulator debate over a betting slip at a sports event.AI illustration

Can sports bets on Kalshi bypass state laws?

A sports contract provider challenges state gambling regulations in court.

TL;DR

  1. 1Kalshi wants to offer online sports bets without following state rules.
  2. 2Ohio and Tennessee say it's illegal without their approval.
  3. 3The decision hinges on whether federal rules override state gambling laws.

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Should Kalshi's online sports bets be allowed under federal law?

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