He was banned by betting sites, and filed for bankruptcy. Then he relapsed on Kalshi
The dark side of the prediction market boom is becoming more clear: Experts say the sites have become go-to outlets for gambling addicts to relapse as the companies avoid state consumer protections.
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- Published: Oct 2, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
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