Cryptocurrency & Web3

New Bill Targets Insider Trading in Prediction Markets, Exempting White House Officials

James Walker - Jun 19, 2026 - 81

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is currently embroiled in a legal battle regarding the regulation of prediction markets, claiming jurisdiction under the Commodity Exchange Act. This situation may lead to future court challenges, potentially escalating to the Supreme Court.

As the dialogue around prediction market regulations continues, Steil's legislation represents a crucial step towards ensuring ethical practices among lawmakers. Whether it can effectively limit insider trading while excluding specific high-profile officials remains to be seen.

For ongoing updates, stay tuned as this story develops.

Source: Cointelegraph

Source: CoinTelegraph - Cryptocurrency & Web3

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