What is Kalshi and how does it work?

Kalshi's a CFTC-regulated prediction market where you bet yes/no on events—elections, sports, economics—with contracts paying $1 if right.

Are Kalshi prediction markets legal in the US?

Yes for most events via CFTC approval, though states sue; courts mostly side with Kalshi so far.

Can businesses use Kalshi for supply chain forecasting ?

Absolutely—hedge risks like tariffs or strikes via crowd-priced probabilities, sharper than traditional forecasts.

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Kalshi's Prediction Markets: Betting Big on Tomorrow's Supply Shocks

Kalshi just hit $13 billion in bets last month—elections, sports, even Taylor Swift's wedding. But for supply chain pros, it's a crystal ball for trade wars and disruptions.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 3 min read

Kalshi co-founders Luana Lopes Lara and Tarek Mansour on The Axios Show set

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Kalshi hit $13B in bets, eyeing $22B valuation amid legal wins. 𝕏
Founders frame it as info markets, not gambling, aiding businesses with uncertainty. 𝕏
Supreme Court could unlock nationwide growth, transforming supply chain risk tools. 𝕏

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