Posted on: February 20, 2026, 02:08h.
Last updated on: February 23, 2026, 01:44h.
- The National Council on Problem Gambling wants prediction markets to be 21+
- Currently, anyone aged 18 and older can trade contracts on CFTC-licensed prediction markets
- The NCPG also wants prediction markets to include the 1-800-MY-RESET National Problem Gambling Helpline
Conversations about prediction markets have dominated the gaming industry since the online trading platforms began offering sports event contracts last year. The innovative industry has since gone mainstream, with major media outlets covering the…