The Vault · 2026-03-25 18:26:48 · Bloomberg Markets
A new wave of financial firms is moving into Canada's prediction markets, navigating a shifting regulatory landscape to offer speculative trading products. Wealthsimple, a major Canadian fintech player, is among those seeking approval to launch these markets, which allow users to bet on the outcomes of political, econo...
The Vault · 2026-03-27 20:57:16 · Seeking Alpha
Kalshi, the regulated event-based prediction market, is reportedly preparing to launch a margin trading feature, a significant shift that would allow users to open positions without committing the full capital. This move fundamentally alters the platform's risk profile and accessibility, enabling traders to gain larger...
The Vault · 2026-04-13 10:52:25 · Seeking Alpha
Robinhood is moving to exclude certain prediction markets from its platform, a decision driven by escalating concerns over market manipulation. This action signals a significant tightening of controls within a retail trading environment that has historically championed open access. The move directly targets specific ma...
The Vault · 2026-04-16 14:52:32 · Bloomberg Markets
Charles Schwab Corp. is actively considering a move into prediction markets tied to financial events, a strategic pivot that signals a direct response to the encroachment of fintech competitors like Robinhood Markets Inc. into this speculative arena. This potential launch represents a significant evolution for the esta...