Innovation & Finance

New York Mets secures historic prediction market deal

North America

New York Mets secures historic prediction market deal

The New York Mets partner with Novig in MLB’s first prediction market deal, redefining fan engagement and sports trading.

by Jefferson Mendoza

3 August 2026

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Prediction Markets

New York Mets secures historic prediction market deal

Ex-congressman Santos penalised for Kalshi market scandal

New York sues Kalshi, deeming it an 'illegal gambling operation'

44 states challenge CFTC’s proposed rule on event contracts