Prediction markets are available to Californians on the major CFTC-regulated platforms, but California is one of the states actively contesting them — treat availability as subject to change.
Kalshi operates in California as a CFTC-regulated exchange, but California is among the states pushing back on prediction markets — particularly sports contracts. Access is currently live but contested, and could change on a ruling. Confirm in-app before funding.
Polymarket is accessible to eligible California users following its US return via a CFTC-licensed entity, subject to the same state-level uncertainty.
We track the CFTC, federal court rulings, and California state action; last checked on the date above. Editorial information, not legal advice.