# Event Contracts

Type: financial_product

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## Recent coverage (2 stories)

### World Cup Bettors Could Save Up to 17% in Taxes via Prediction Markets
2026-07-13 16:32:26 · Sentiment: Bullish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

During the 2026 World Cup, bettors using prediction markets structured as investments could see effective tax rates as low as 0-20%, compared to up to 37% for sportsbook wagers. This tax arbitrage could drive capital flows to platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/17pct-tax-edge-world-cup-prediction-markets-finance

### CFTC Asserts Federal Dominance Over Prediction Markets Amid State Challenges
2026-02-17 16:44:39 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

CFTC Chairman Mike Selig has initiated a legal defense of the agency's jurisdiction over event contracts, filing an amicus brief to counter state-level interference. The move signals a critical pivot in the regulatory landscape, aiming to establish a unified federal framework over fragmented state oversight.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/cftc-prediction-market-jurisdiction-dispute

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